Kevo Strict Nature Reserve Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
strict nature reserve in Utsjoki, Finland
About Kevo Strict Nature Reserve
Kevo strict nature reserve was established in 1956 to protect the Kevo gorge and the surrounding fell nature. With its 712km² area it is the largest strict nature reserve in Finland. This area has probably never been permanently inhabited but nomadic Sami have been hunting wild reindeer as indicated by many place names and several ancient trap pits. On top of the Kuivi fell there is an old sacrifice cave. There are no wild reindeer in Lapland any more, but domesticated ones are abundant. Reindeer husbandry is an important source of income for locals and you may see reindeer anywhere within the nature reserve as well. Notice that permanent residents of Utsjoki municipality, especially when herding the reindeer, have the privilege to wander around the area much more freely than hikers. The K
Top Attractions in Kevo Strict Nature Reserve
Explore the best things to see and do in Kevo Strict Nature Reserve:
- ★Fiellu waterfall
- ★Kuivi fell
- ★The Kevo Wall
- ★Trap pit
- ★View to Njaggaleapme lakes
Where to Stay in Kevo Strict Nature Reserve
- 🏨Kaamasen Kievari
- 🏨Kaktsavarri
- 🏨Kalastajan majatalo
- 🏨Kenestupa
- 🏨Kevonranta
- 🏨Muotkan Ruoktu
Kevo Strict Nature Reserve Travel Guide Sections
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