Press Releases

Published 9.7.2025

Stomach flu situation has eased: overnight hiking is possible again in Urho Kekkonen National Park

Published 8.7.2025

A successful hike begins with checking the arrival instructions

Published 4.7.2025

Karoliina Niemi appointed Managing Director of Metsähallitus Forestry Ltd

Published 2.7.2025

Significant EU funding for the conservation of wild forest reindeer in Finland

Published 23.6.2025

Stomach flu cases continue in Urho Kekkonen National Park

Published 16.6.2025

Trails in the Kevo Strict Nature Reserve closed due to flooding and stomach flu – Overnight hikes still not recommended in Urho Kekkonen National Park

Published 16.6.2025

Stora Enso and Metsähallitus Parks & Wildlife Finland signed EUR 1.1 million Freshwater Pearl Mussel Programme 2030 cooperation agreement

Published 13.6.2025

No new reports of stomach flu on the Karhunkierros Trail – Metsähallitus still receiving illness reports from Urho Kekkonen National Park

Published 11.6.2025

Stick to marked trails, boil water, and practice good hygiene in Urho Kekkonen National Park due to stomach flu

Published 6.6.2025

Do not set out on the Karhunkierros Trail – Metsähallitus closes wilderness huts due to stomach flu