Nature reserve

Vinkkakoski

Nature reserve

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Description

Vinkkakoski is part of a larger contiguous area of considerable natural values. The area slopes gently down towards the river and is rich in herbaceous plants and lots of aspen. The nature reserve includes Vinkkakoski Rapids in the Kalix river. Along the banks, alder bushes grow and slightly further from the river, the ground is boulder-strewn. The area is 4.1 square kilometres in size.

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Activities And Facilities

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Facts

Municipality: Kiruna

Year of formation: 2010

Size: 0.4 square kilometers

Administrator: County Administrative Board

Form of protection: Nature reserve

Communications

The reserve lies about 9 kilometres southwest of Masugnsbyn. From the road which runs between Masugnsbyn and Nedre Parakka a logging road passes, which leads further south to the nature reserve. It can also be reached from road 865 between Masungsbyn and Kääntöjärvi.

Directions

The reserve is located about 9 kilometers southwest of Masugnsbyn. From the road between Masugnsbyn and Nedre Parakka there is a forest road that leads further south to the nature reserve.

Regulations

All regulations can be found in the reserve decision. It is allowed to:

  • camping
  • hike
  • make a fire, remember to bring your own wood!
  • pick berries and edible mushrooms
  • drive snowmobiles on snow-covered ground
  • fish and hunt in accordance with the laws in force

It is not allowed to harm plant and animal life. Remember the right of public access and protect nature!

Contact

Email address

Länsstyrelsen Norrbotten

norrbotten@lansstyrelsen.se

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