Timeline
16:46
Drive the 10 km gravel road from Vanttauskoski to the Siberian wood-species trail. Park near the day-trip hut and walk the 2-km circular path. The late afternoon light will filter through the Siberian larches, creating long shadows across the forest floor.
17:46
Stand at the edge of the clearing as the sun dips toward the WSW. The golden hour lasts until the sun sets at 17:46, casting a warm glow over the unique tree species planted by the Forest Research Institute.
18:16
Head back to the parking lot as darkness sets in. The area is remote, so check the route for your return journey to Vanttauskoski or Rovaniemi center for dinner and drinks.
Local tip
The trail is remote. Ensure your vehicle is suitable for gravel roads and check the route back before you arrive.
Check before you go
- The site is 46 km from the centre and requires a 10 km gravel road drive.
- Sunset is at 17:46 on 15 October. It gets dark quickly after the sun sets.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Rovaniemi (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).