The Hämeenkangas Lean-to Tour will be held again on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 15 p.m. The autumn outdoor event invites you to explore the trails and lean-tos of Hämeenkangas, either independently or on a guided tour.

The lean-to tour is divided into activity points in Kankaanpää and Jämijärvi. The city and local organizations organize programs at the lean-tos and sell small snacks and sweets. It is recommended to bring cash for the catering.

Lean-to shelters in Kankaanpää

The lean-to at the intersection of Videntien is located in the immediate vicinity of the intersection at Kivistönkankaantie 228. The shelter is run by the Kankaanpää Council for the Elderly and Disabled.

Worm hut The shelter is located halfway between the Viidentien intersection and Kuninkaanlähte. The shelter includes Kankaanpää sports services.

King's source lean-to is located at the intersection of Kuninkaanlähteentie and Pirkka uran, at Kuninkaanlähteentie 439. The shelter is attended by Kankaanpää Athletes.

Ruskalaavu It is located along the Pirkka trail. Scouts are present at the shelter.

Lean-to shelters in Jämijärvi

Experience hut is located in the Jämi center opposite Lumihovi and Yritysforum, on the other side of Jämintie, on the edge of a gravel field. The shelter is run by the Finnish Pension Association.

Niinikota is located near Niinimaja. Parking is possible in the Niinimaja parking area at Rinnetie 163. The shelter is run by the Palokoski village association.

Koivistonvadi lean-to shelter is located near the address Mielahdentie 240. Parking is available near the lean-to. Miilunvartijat is present at the lean-to.

For a self-guided or guided tour

The guided walking route in Kankaanpää leaves from the Viidentien intersection at 11:00.

The guided tour in Jämijärvi leaves from the Elämyskota at 11:00 with a tractor ride to Koivistonvadi, from where you will walk back to the Elämyskota. You must register for the tour by September 15th by calling 040 766 3663.

There are Lean-to Passes available at the shelters. By collecting stamps on the pass and returning it to the staff, you will enter a raffle.

It is a good idea to bring weather-appropriate clothing, a water bottle, and a charged phone for the trip. Those traveling independently should plan their own route in advance.

Hämeenkangas is part of the Lauhanvuori–Hämeenkangas UNESCO Global Geopark. You can learn more about the area and the Geopark's activities at lhgeopark.fi.

The event is organized by the Municipality of Jämijärvi and the City of Kankaanpää in cooperation with local organizations.

Welcome to spend an autumn outdoor day in Hämeenkangas!

Photo: Pasi Talvitie / LH Geopark