Things to do in Rokua Geopark

The Rokua Geopark area has an extensive network of outdoor trails and many companies offering guides, programmes and equipment rental. You can also enjoy hiking, mushrooming or berry picking independently along the nature trails and in the forests!

Hiking

Whether you’re looking for a long hike or a short stroll, the Rokua Geopark area offers a wide range of hiking trails with landscapes that vary from lichen forests to groves, swamps and lake shores. Signposts along the trails introduce you to the special features of our natural and cultural history.

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Summer activities

Summer

Best summer activities

Our Ice Age heritage is best seen and experienced during the snow-free season. Choose your favourite activities and head out into nature in Rokua Geopark!

Enjoy the scenery on pedals and two wheels!

The most extensive official mountain bike trails in the Rokua Geopark area can be found in Rokua National Park. There are also combined hiking and mountain biking trails in Manamansalo on Lake Oulujärvi and in the Oulujoki Valley Tar Routes. You can bike on your own or take a guided tour.

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The wilderness areas of Rokua Geopark have rich fishing waters. The waters in the area - the Oulujoki River, Lake Oulujäri and a number of smaller lakes and ponds - contain pike, pike-perch, rainbow trout and lake trout. All the waterways in the area have easily accessible and peaceful fishing waters with good accommodation and other facilities for longer fishing trips. Winter fishing is good on the smaller lakes and ponds in the area.
Fishing
A canoe trip is a great way to discover the nature of Rokua Geopark from a different perspective! Canoeing is a form of exercise similar to hiking where you can train your arms and core muscles and refresh your mind with the breathtaking scenery. Canoeing can be done in a kayak or an open canoe. There are a number of companies in the area that can provide canoeing instruction, information and equipment rental. You can contact them to book equipment already when you are planning your trip.
Canoeing
The hiking trails in Rokua Geopark are set in a unique environment. On your hike, you will experience ridge landscapes with lichens and clear-water ponds, deep river valleys with groves and rocky outcrops, and wide, sun-drenched lake shores.
Hiking
Rokua Geopark has plenty to offer even when the weather is bad. Go to the spa, visit exhibitions or learn about the region's history in museums.
Indoor activities

Equipment rental

Products and services

Join a guided walk or rent equipment for a self-guided exploration!

Fatbike rental in Rokua

Jump on a fatbike, refresh and marvel the beautiful nature of Rokua! Mountain biking is a fun and ecological way…

Rokua Outdoors

Rokua

Fatbike vuokrausta Rokualla

Fatbike rental in Rokua

Jump on a fatbike, refresh and marvel the beautiful nature of Rokua! Mountainbiking is a fun and ecological way to…

Rokua Outdoors

Rokua

Fatbike vuokrausta Rokualla

The Silence´s Voice - Transformative Winter snow experience + storytelling

Try sitting in a blanket of Artic snow (inside a warm sleeping bag) and you will listen, maybe for the…

Nature Dream Days

Muhos

Hiljaisuuden ääni – Muuttava talvinen lumielämys + tarinankerrontaa

Backcountry skiing in Rokua

Backcountry skiing is a fun, new way to explore the winter nature. The skis allow a more faster way to…

Rokua Outdoors

Rokua

Liukulumikenkäilyä Rokualla

Snowshoeing through the Rokua National Park

The tour combines snowshoeing, the unique nature of the Rokua National Park, stories, and relaxing moments. At the start, we…

Windland

Rokua

Lumikenkäily Rokuan kansallispuistossa

Snowshoeing in Rokua

Snowshoeing combines exercise, wonderful winter scenery and the fresh air of Rokua. Walk through the peaceful winter forests and marvel…

Rokua Outdoors

Rokua

Lumikenkäilyä Rokualla

Nature Power from a forest in Rokua - Naturest Oy

Let’s Breathe the forest! Nature Power is intended for individuals or groups who need a touch of nature in order…

Naturest Finland

Utajärvi

Luontoelämykset Rokualla – Naturest Oy

A guided cross-country bicycle excursion in Rokua Geopark

A guided mountain biking excursion in Rokua Geopark. Enjoy and energise yourself in the beautiful natural setting of Rokua! If…

Rokua Health & Spa Hotel

Rokua

Ohjattu maastopyöräretki Rokua Geoparkissa

Guided Tour from Oulu to the Rokua National Park with a private guide

The guide will pick you up directly from your accommodation in Oulu. We will drive about one hour through the…

Windland

Utajärvi

Opastettu retki Oulusta Rokuan kansallispuistoon

Hideaway - a wilderness-themed experience place and sauna in Muhos

Hideaway is an atmospheric experience place nestled in the wilderness, just 30 kilometers from Oulu. Designed for up to 20…

A'la Laitasaari

Muhos

Piilopaikka – erähenkinen elämyspaikka ja sauna Muhoksella

Winter experiences in Rokua - Naturest Oy

Snowy, peaceful forest is waiting for you! We offer winter experiences and activities in Rokua area for individuals and groups.…

Naturest Finland

Utajärvi

Talvielämäkyset Rokualla – Naturest Oy

Through time and food - Holiday Package Chalet stay + culinary and cultural workshop

There is no food without culture and no culture without food. All the traditional recipes have a story to tell,…

Nature Dream Days

Muhos

Through time and food – Holiday Package Chalet stay + culinary and cultural workshop

Troll fishing safari - 4 hours

Atteson fishing trips are suitable for both experienced fishermen and beginners. Three different types of waters offer fishermen places to…

Combinor Oy/Atteson Fishing

Rokua

Vetouistelusafari – 4 tuntia

Troll fishing safari - 8 hours

Atteson fishing trips are suitable for both experienced fishermen and beginners. Three different types of waters offer fishermen places to…

Combinor Oy/Atteson Fishing

Rokua

Vetouistelusafari – 8 tuntia

Forest Nature School in Rokua - Naturest Oy

LEARNING AND DISCOVERING INSIGHTS IN THE FOREST AND FROM THE FOREST Are you organizing a camp for foreign school or…

Naturest Finland

Utajärvi

Ympäristökasvatus / Metsäluontokoulu Rokualla – Naturest Oy

Routes

The Rokua Geopark area has an extensive network of outdoor trails where you can get out and about all year round. Most of the trails are signposted with information about the local nature, geology and culture.

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