Where to go

Vanajõe valley study trail (1 km)

 
Hiiu County, Hiiumaa Recreation Area

Along the trail, the river has formed particularly enchanting curves, running deep through the valley. The trail takes the hiker high up to the valley slope and
then back into the bottom to cross a river curve and listen to the sound of a rapid flow. 3 km from Puski to Emmaste, on Emmaste–Puski road.


Parking

At the start of the trail for 5 cars or a bus

Amenities

The trail starts on the parking area. The trail is 1 km in total, a shorter loop 0.4 km. There is a large information board and 5 smaller information stands along the trail, and an extra board introducing Tihu Nature Reserve next to the parking area. The trail has a campfire site and is marked with wooden arrow signs. The trail can be passed without getting feet wet, and takes about 0.5 hours to complete. The trail runs along the banks and slopes up to 6 m high above of the most beautiful river on the Hiiumaa Island.

Hiking Options

Available

Outdoor Fireplace

Covered Fireplace

Berries-mushrooms

Bilberries, mushrooms

Sights

The Vanajõgi River is a geologically fascinating cold-water river, offering stunning views to four sand outcrops. The river runs in total length through pristine bogs and forests without human settlements. The mixed forest rich in species, growing in the Vanajõe valley is a fine example of the impact of natural conditions on the biota of the forest. The European mink introduced in the Hiiumaa Island has found a favourable habitat here at the Vanajõgi River.

Additional Information

Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct, rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy

Restrictions

The trail is situated in Tihu Nature Reserve. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee

Contact

Telephone: +372 676 7111

E-mail: info.ristna@rmk.ee

Object type: study trail

Location info

Location : Hiiu County, Hiiumaa Recreation Area

Jõesuu village, Hiiumaa municipality

Navigation instructions : The trail starts on Puski–Emmaste road (route 84). Drive 4 km from Puski to Emmaste, turn right at the campfire site sign. The trail starts at the campfire site. 

Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 58.885132
Longitude: 22.434758
L-EST 97x: 409719.3
L-EST 97y: 6528462.7

Telephone:
+372 676 7111
E-mail:
info.ristna@rmk.ee
Object type:
study trail
Location info
Location:
Hiiu County, Hiiumaa Recreation Area
Jõesuu village, Hiiumaa municipality
Navigation instructions:
The trail starts on Puski–Emmaste road (route 84). Drive 4 km from Puski to Emmaste, turn right at the campfire site sign. The trail starts at the campfire site. 
Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 58.885132
Longitude: 22.434758
L-EST 97x: 409719.3
L-EST 97y: 6528462.7