Kauhaneva–Pohjankangas National Park

#81 among destinations in Finland

Nature, Natural attraction, Protected area

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Kauhaneva–Pohjankangas National Park is a national park in the municipalities of Kauhajoki and Karvia in the Southern Ostrobothnia and Satakunta regions of Finland. Established in 1982, the park covers 57 square kilometres. It consists of swamp areas, mainly bogs such as the 16.3-square-kilometre Kauhaneva bog, scattered around it. ()

Local name: Kauhanevan–Pohjankankaan kansallispuisto Established: 1982 (42 years ago)Area: 22.01 mi²Visitors per year: 6.3 thous.Coordinates: 62°9'7"N, 22°10'30"E

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Western FinlandFinland

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Kauhaneva–Pohjankangas National Park – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Lauhanvuori National Park, Kangasjärvi, Isojoki.

0.8 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Protected area
Lauhanvuori National Park
22 min walk • Lauhanvuori National Park is a national park in the Southern Ostrobothnia region of Finland, on the border of Kauhajoki and Isojoki. It was established in 1982 and covers 53 square kilometres. The park is characterized by its pine forestland, spring brooks, and swamps.
5.5 miW
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Kangasjärvi
142 min walk • Kangasjärvi is a small clear lake in Isojoki, Finland. It has camping ground and a small beach where people can sunbathe, swim or fish during the summer. There is also sauna, little shop and accommodation services available. At winter ice fishing and winter swimming is possible.
4.3 miSW
Locality
Isojoki
110 min walk • Nature lovers will be enchanted by the pristine wilderness surrounding Isojoki, which provides ample opportunities for hiking, birdwatching, and wildlife spotting. The nearby Isojoki River offers excellent fishing and boating experiences, allowing visitors to immerse...