Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Our café and restaurant are open during the Nature Center’s opening hours.
You’ll find:
- lunch options
- small snacks and treats
- takeaway food
- a small grocery kiosk
- a souvenir shop
Our menu changes with the seasons. In winter we focus especially on warm, hearty soup lunches, and as spring and summer arrive the lunch selection becomes more varied and plentiful.
We use as many locally sourced ingredients as possible – including fish and meat from nearby producers.
You can find the current menus on the restaurant page.
Yes. You can buy takeaway meals and classic outdoor snacks from the Nature Center – also perfect for cabin stays.
We can also prepare meals:
- for pickup at the Nature Center
- or delivered to cabin accommodation
We recommend ordering in advance, preferably when making your accommodation booking.
The most complete and up-to-date information about Hossa National Park can be found on luontoon.fi.
You can also visit the Nature Center for:
- trail maps
- route recommendations
- personal tips from our staff
At the Nature Center, you can get helpful guides and local recommendations for paddling routes and waterways.
For fishing, we’re happy to help with practical tips on locations and permits.
For stocked fishing ponds such as Huosilampi and Keihäslampi, as well as rapids fishing, permits can be purchased via eräluvat.fi or directly from the Nature Center.
In other areas, fishing is generally possible with the Finnish fisheries management fee, following current regulations.
We offer a great selection of rental equipment for different seasons and outdoor activities.
Available rentals include:
- fatbikes
- electric fatbikes (e-fatbikes)
- fatbikes for children
- kayaks
- fishing boats on various lakes
- snowshoes
- sliding snowshoes
- SUP boards for Öllärijärvi in summer (available from the Nature Center)
Yes. The camping area in Hossa is Karhunkainalo, located right next to the Nature Center.
Karhunkainalo is located by the crystal-clear waters of Öllärijärvi.
The area offers:
- electric and non-electric pitches
- tent sites
- a service building
- outdoor fireplaces
The service building includes:
- kitchen facilities for two groups at the same time
- a separate fish cleaning area
- separate saunas for men and women
- a beach sauna available for private rental
All Nature Center services are within walking distance.
Hossa offers accommodation ranging from modern log semi-detached cabins to traditional wilderness cabins.
Most cabins are well equipped and available year-round. Please note that some cabins do not have electricity – full details can be found on each cabin’s booking page.
The island cabin Hoikka is not available for rent during winter.
Yes. Pets are generally welcome in the cabins. Pet policies are listed per cabin, and a pet fee is charged.
Pets are also welcome at the Nature Center, and in summer especially on the terrace. If your dog needs water, just ask our staff for a bowl.
Hossa National Park offers great routes for walking with pets all year round. In winter, dogs are also welcome on ski tracks – as long as everyone keeps the trails clean and respects other visitors.
Hossa has several great swimming spots, and the waters here are known for being exceptionally clear and clean.
The official public beach near the Nature Center is Iikoski Beach.
Other popular swimming spots include:
- several piers on Öllärijärvi
- Pitkä-Hoilua, with a beautiful sandy beach and road access
- Nurmiselkä, also a great place for a swim
Yes. Hossa is a great place to host meetings and get-togethers surrounded by nature and the atmosphere of the National Park.
The Nature Center has dedicated meeting facilities, and the main hall works well for larger groups. The spaces are suitable for everything from small meetings to bigger events.
It’s also possible to rent the entire Nature Center for private use, for example for:
- companies
- weddings
- hunting clubs
- birthday celebrations
Hossa is also an excellent destination for wellbeing days and team days.
There’s plenty to do in Hossa in every season. Iconic sights like the Värikallio rock paintings, Julma-Ölkky Canyon Lake, and the many hiking routes offer unforgettable experiences year-round. In winter, you can even reach places like Värikallio and Muikkupuro along the multi-use trail – for example with snowshoes.
Fishing is very popular here, and sometimes the best plan is simply to slow down, relax, and enjoy the peaceful National Park atmosphere – that’s absolutely allowed too.
Through us, you can also arrange experiences such as:
- meeting reindeer
- bear watching in summer
- husky rides
- wilderness dining
- guided tours and outdoor adventures