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Koli National Park Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

national park in North Karelia region, Finland

About Koli National Park

Despite Koli's importance, the national park was established only in 1991. The uncommonly beautiful national park and the associated diverse winter tourist centre are administered by the Finnish Forest Research Institute (Metla). Koli is in inland Finland, with somewhat warmer summers and colder winters than Helsinki, but probability of extreme weather is low. The ski season lasts from mid-February into April. In May, there are schools visiting the park. The summer peek starts at Midsummer and lasts until schools start in August. The Ruska season, when leaves change colour, is usually from late September to early October.

Top Attractions in Koli National Park

Explore the best things to see and do in Koli National Park:

  • Kuivalan islanninhevostalli

Where to Stay in Koli National Park

  • 🏨Hotel Koli
  • 🏨Koli Freetime
  • 🏨Merilänranta

Koli National Park Travel Guide Sections

Our comprehensive guide covers 12 sections including:

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