Local Trip to Äänekoski

In Äänekoski you can enjoy nature easily and in many different ways! We gathered tips for those who want to get by a campfire quickly. Sometimes after a workday it’s lovely to sit down in nature and enjoy your snacks by the fire. An outing with children goes smoothly when the distance is short and there’s lots to discover in the area. Here are six easily accessible campfire and lean-to spots.

Free experiences nearby

Using Äänekoski’s lean-to shelters and campfire sites is free of charge. Most places have firewood and equipment ready, for example for grilling sausages. Please be careful with fire and take your trash with you. By doing so, the next visitors can also enjoy a pleasant break with their snacks. Tip! Local outings are enjoyable even after dark, with the fire warming and lighting the evening.

Honkola School

A lean-to shelter is located at the top of the slope in Honkola School’s yard. The spot is child-friendly, with lots to do nearby, such as swings, a playground, forest, and a disc golf course. Please note that during the school day the yard is reserved for pupils. You can leave your car in the school yard’s parking area. Hujakontie 8.

Tervalahti lean-to shelter

Tervalahti lean-to shelter is by the road on the shore of a beautiful lake (there’s also a sandy beach)! Pack some snacks and enjoy the views of Iso-Jurvo. Sumiaistentie 626.

Äänemäki lean-to shelter

The Äänemäki lean-to shelter is right next to the parking area at the foot of the slope. On the hill you’ll find fitness stairs that climb halfway up. Those who climb to the top are rewarded with wonderful views. From the Äänemäki lookout tower, views open over Lake Keitele. Torpparintie 1.

Kalaniemi lean-to shelter

The Kalaniemi lean-to shelter is located on a beautiful peninsula above the swimming beach. Small paths crisscross the area. You can leave your car 100 m from the shelter. Akonraitti 26.

Äänekoski Sports Park lean-to shelter

The Äänekoski Sports Park lean-to shelter is close to the town center. In summer you can set off from the shelter to play disc golf or to explore the forest along the trails. In winter you can go skiing in the area! Römminkatu 22.

Kukkulanmäki recreation area

Close to Suolahti’s center and near the Old Station you’ll find at Kukkulanmäki a campfire site built and maintained by the village association. In addition, the area has a shelter where you can enjoy your snacks at a table, for example if it rains. Fitness stairs also start from the top of the hill. Kukkulantie 1