The diverse wilderness areas of Kisakallio Sports Institute and Karnaistenkorpi offer perfect conditions for even the most demanding orienteers. The terrain of Karnaisten consists mainly of old wilderness forest, where majestic hills and steep cliffs make the area physically challenging.
The hiking trails in Karnaistenkorpi range from 2 kilometers to 7.7 kilometers. Karnaistenkorpi features a guided nature trail, a story trail aimed at children, the Korkiamäki hiking trail, and mountain biking routes. The trails and their distances are detailed in the Karnaisten trekking map, which can be downloaded below.
On the traditional nature trail, you can explore the diverse nature of Karnaistenkorpi at 12 nature trail checkpoints. The route is marked in the terrain with red trail markers. Additionally, there is a story trail for children and families, marked with yellow trail markers. Beyond the guided nature trails, you can also explore the Korkiamäki hiking trail, marked with blue trail markers. The starting point of this route is on Jantoniementie. The route can be extended by combining it with nature trail routes.
The starting point for the nature trails has been the development of the Karnaistenkorpi area for recreational, outdoor, and nature conservation purposes. The design takes into account the increasing number of visitors from outside the municipality, so Karnaistenkorpi's nature trails are well-suited for all nature enthusiasts, and especially for visitors to Kisakallio Sports Institute. You can navigate the trails without a map, as the trails are well-marked, and there are guide maps at intersections. The trails can be traversed with outdoor shoes. Boardwalks on the routes are built and repaired as needed.
The best access to the nature trails of Karnaistenkorpi is from Jantoniementie and Suoniementaival, where there are signs leading to the parking areas. There are information boards at the starting points providing more information about the area. You can also access Karnaistenkorpi from Kisakallio Sports Institute's yard via its own connecting trail. Within the forest area, you can move freely under everyman's rights, observe nature, and pick berries and mushrooms. Enjoy and experience wonderful natural moments in the peaceful forest area of Karnaistenkorpi.
NOTICE! In rainy weather, in autumn and winter, the boardwalks become slippery, so walk with caution. Also, beware of decayed trees and their branches as well as fallen branches during windy weather. They may fall or drop branches onto the ground. Traveling on the trails is at your own risk. Making fires is prohibited except at designated campfire sites. During a forest fire warning, open fires are also prohibited at campfire sites and in disposable grills.
Starting points: Suoniementaival 28, 08350 Lohja or Jantoniementie 117, 08350 Lohja