Femundsmarka National ParkAbout Femundsmarka National Park
Femundsmarka National Park is a large wilderness park in central Norway, centred on the lake Femunden and bordering Sweden. It protects extensive boreal forest, mountain plateaus and freshwater systems and is a well-known area for canoeing and backcountry hiking.
Visitors use a network of water routes, island campsites and basic trails for multi-day canoe trips, fishing and wildlife watching. The landscape is defined by lakes, boggy plateaus and forested valleys with few developed facilities.
The park was established to conserve the region’s natural values and traditional outdoor uses; management focuses on low-impact recreation. Seasonal use peaks in summer when waterways are navigable and trails are accessible.
Femundsmarka lies along Norway’s eastern border with Sweden in the Trøndelag region, with access from nearby villages and forest roads leading to lake launch points.
- Wilderness recreation: The park is a large, contiguous wilderness area on the Norway-Sweden border centred on Lake Femunden, popular for canoeing, fishing and summer hiking.
- Visitor style: Management emphasises low-impact, backcountry travel and basic cabin or tent accommodation rather than developed visitor facilities.
What to See#
- Lake Femunden: Lake Femunden sits at the heart of the protected area and is one of Norway’s larger lakes, serving as a hub for canoe routes and lakeshore trails.
Best Time to Visit Femundsmarka National Park
Best visited June-August for canoe routes, fishing, and long daylight; plan for mosquitoes in early summer.
Weather & Climate near Femundsmarka National Park
Femundsmarka National Park's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -16°C to 16°C. Moderate rainfall (828 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -16° - -6° | -18° | 57 mm | overcast | 98% | 4.7 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.8h |
| February | Poor | -16° - -5° | -18° | 46 mm | overcast | 98% | 4.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.5h |
| March | Poor | -12° - -3° | -14° | 50 mm | overcast | 98% | 4.9 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.6h |
| April | Poor | -8° - 1° | -9° | 51 mm | overcast | 95% | 4.4 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 14.6h |
| May | Poor | -2° - 8° | -1° | 58 mm | overcast | 83% | 4.2 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 17.5h |
| June | Acceptable | 3° - 14° | 6° | 87 mm | overcast | 80% | 4.2 m/s | 1.2 high | 19.3h |
| July | Good | 6° - 16° | 11° | 96 mm | overcast | 83% | 3.9 m/s | 1.2 high | 18.4h |
| August | Acceptable | 4° - 14° | 7° | 90 mm | overcast | 87% | 3.8 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 15.7h |
| September | Poor | 1° - 8° | 1° | 87 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.7 m/s | 0.4 low | 12.7h |
| October | Poor | -4° - 3° | -5° | 79 mm | overcast | 95% | 4.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.7h |
| November | Poor | -10° - -3° | -12° | 67 mm | overcast | 99% | 4.3 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.7h |
| December | Poor | -14° - -5° | -17° | 60 mm | overcast | 99% | 4.3 m/s | 0.0 low | 4.7h |
How to Get to Femundsmarka National Park
Nearest towns with road access are Røros and Elverum; common approach is by car to the Store Femund area and then by canoe or foot into the park. Check local ferry and operator schedules.
Tips for Visiting Femundsmarka National Park
- Use waterproof topographic maps and a compass - trail networks and lakes can be confusing in low visibility.
- Hire or join a local canoeing/rafting operator to access remote lakes; many routes cross unmarked terrain and bog.
- Summer mid‑week sees fewer day‑trippers; for solitude, aim for late June to early July.