Karhunkierros — Bear's Ring (Finland)

The 82-km 5-6 day Bear's Ring trail in Oulanka National Park on the Russian border.

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Region: Finland
Country: Polar Regions
Biome: Boreal forest (150–450 m)
Best season: May – October
Difficulty: moderate

Known for

Backpacking
Hiking
Wildlife Viewing
Winter Camping

Key takeaways

Biome: Boreal forest (150–450 m)
Best season: May – October
Difficulty: moderate
Top activity: backpacking

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Topic summary

The 82-km 5-6 day Bear's Ring trail in Oulanka National Park on the Russian border.

Key takeaways

Difficulty: moderate
Best season: May – October

Intended uses

backpacking

Climate suitability

Boreal forest (150–450 m)

Verification notes

Last verified January 1, 1970.

Region

Polar Regions

Biome

Boreal forest (150–450 m)

Difficulty

moderate

backpacking

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Popular pursuits at Karhunkierros — Bear's Ring (Finland)

Backpacking
Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.
Hiking
Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.
Wildlife Viewing
Best light, best season, and where animals move.
Winter Camping
Cold-season travel and camp craft; layering matters more than mileage.

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