Liesjärven Kansallispuisto

Park Small national park preserving southern Finnish forest landscapes

Liesjärvi National Park in Kanta‑Häme features rocky ridges, small lakes and open shelter cabins; hikers, canoeists and birdwatchers use the marked trails and lean-tos during short Finnish summers.

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Liesjärven Kansallispuisto (Liesjärvi National Park) is a protected area in the Kanta-Häme region of southern Finland known for lakes, old pine forests and rocky ridges. It conserves characteristic Finnish lake-and-forest scenery and cultural heritage sites.

Hiking trails and lakeside paths link campfire sites and small shelters, and the park is used for day hikes, canoeing and seasonal nature observation. A restored croft site within the park provides a museum-like insight into traditional rural life.

The area has been managed for forestry and small-scale agriculture for centuries, and it was later protected to preserve both natural features and cultural landscapes represented by the croft buildings.

Located in the Kanta-Häme region, the park lies within reach of local towns in southern Finland and forms part of a network of protected sites in the region.

  • Kovero croft: The park includes a preserved traditional croft, Kovero, where visitors can see a restored estate illustrating rural life and forestry practices.
Liesjärven Kansallispuisto
60.6632, 23.8740

How to Get to Liesjärven Kansallispuisto #

Liesjärvi National Park is about 90-100 km north of Helsinki and roughly 20 km west of the town of Tammela. By car take regional road 285 and follow signs to the Hauho/Liesjärvi area-parking and trailheads are marked. There is limited public transport: take a train to Hämeenlinna or Toijala and a local bus toward Tammela, then a taxi for the final stretch.

Tips for Visiting Liesjärven Kansallispuisto #

  • Park entry is free; bring a detailed trail map-some trails fork without signage.
  • Early morning is best to hear the willow grouse and avoid weekend canoeists on Lake Liesjärvi.
  • The lean-to shelters ('laavut') fill up quickly in summer; arrive before 3pm if planning to camp.

Best Time to Visit Liesjärven Kansallispuisto #

Best visited late spring through early autumn for paddling and hiking; winters are silent, snowy and primitive.

Summer
June-August · 10-20°C
Long daylight, best for canoeing and wild blueberry season; mosquitoes can be thick in July.
Autumn
September-October · 0-10°C
Crisp air and brilliant birch colour; fewer people on trails and easier wildlife watching.
Winter
December-March · -15-0°C
Snowshoeing and cross-country skiing transform the park; many facilities are closed, so go prepared.

Weather & Climate near Liesjärven Kansallispuisto #

Climate

Liesjärven Kansallispuisto's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -10°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (668 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
MayJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
-33°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-9° -3°
98%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.4h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -3°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-10° -3°
98%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.8h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

43 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-6°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
11.6h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.4h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
15°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

34 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
17.0h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
20°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
18.5h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with 81 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 21°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
17.8h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 19°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
15.4h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
12.7h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

69 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.9h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Freezing
C
Temperature
-3°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.2h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-7° -1°
98%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.5h daylight

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