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Suomutunturi

Plizio editorial teamUpdated: Jun 2026Data Sources

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Suomutunturi is a prominent fell located in the municipality of Kemijärvi in Finnish Lapland, reaching an elevation of 410 meters above sea level. It is characterized by its steep profile, which stands out significantly compared to the gentler hills of the surrounding area. Geologically, the fell consists of extremely resistant quartzite that has withstood the erosive forces of ice ages over millions of years. The area was developed for tourism as early as the 1960s and hosts one of Finland's most traditional ski resorts. The Arctic Circle passes only a few kilometers south of the fell, significantly influencing the climate and ensuring long, snowy winters. The vegetation on the slopes is dominated by dense boreal coniferous forests, while the summit area exhibits sparser conditions. From the top, a wide panoramic view opens up over the lake landscape of Kemijärvi and the untouched wilderness of the region. Today, Suomutunturi is a major destination for outdoor activities such as hiking, skiing, and Northern Lights observation.

Location: Finland
Nearby: Kemijärvi (24 km)

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	-13	-12	-8	-2	6	12	15	13	7	0	-6	-10
Rain mm	47	37	41	48	78	92	109	96	82	72	57	52

📋 Practical info

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Getting there

The mountain is located near Kemijärvi and is typically easily accessible by car via well-cleared access roads. There are also frequently local bus connections in the ski season.

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Best season

As a ski center, the main season naturally falls in the snowy winter months. During the summer, however, the area also has wonderful conditions for hiking in the dense forests.

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Terrain & paths

The terrain features typical alpine slopes that are surrounded by pretty forests. In summer, the ski slopes and forest roads are mostly well usable as broad hiking routes.

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What to bring

In winter, complete winter sports gear or thick insulating clothing is naturally necessary. In summer, sturdy hiking shoes and a lightweight weather jacket are generally sufficient.

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Parking

As an established resort, the mountain typically has very large, well-developed parking facilities at the base. These are specifically sized to handle the busy winter rush easily.

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Safety

In winter, you should strictly observe the designated ski slope rules. In summer, orientation on the broad paths is quite easy, yet you should always keep an eye on the weather.

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Time needed

While skiers often spend the entire day here, a summer hike up to the hilltop and back down through the forest usually takes roughly about two to four hours in total duration.