Västra Laisvall-länsgränsen Västerbotten

The trail
starts west of Laisan, which is part of Laisälven River. There is no enterprise
offering boat rides across Laisan, but you can ask the local population. There
is a boat quay at the village of Laisvallby.

The trail
begins behind dog kennels
on a property. There is a signpost pointing towards Ammarnäs. At first you hike
across fairly level terrain in a beautiful pine forest and walk on plankways
across wetlands. Then you begin to climb for about 2 km.

In the south-west lies Niebsurte mountain, 918 m
asl. The birch forest is dense and rich in plants. SvaipaSámi community uses this land, and there are several reindeer herder cabins along the
trail. The trail is in places identical with the quad bike track used by
reindeer herders and hunters. It is low-lying mountain landscape with large
grasslands, juniper sprigs and ancient birches. The hiking is easy, but
includes wet stretches and sometimes the trail markings are hard to see, so
consult a map or GPS. The trail passes close to the nature reserve Laisdalen Old-growth
Mountain Forest, which is 100
km long and lies on both sides of Laisälven River.

Soon you
are hiking downwards towards the river Dellikälven/Dielliekjuhka. The 70 km
river empties into Laisälven River and is popular among fly-fishers in
particular. The ground can be marshy near the river. The trail takes you across
two suspension bridges. Next is a 4 km climb across verdant terrain. When you
have Stuor‑Buölliemvárdduo mountain, 942 m asl. on your right hand (south of
you), the landscape opens up.

The broad Björkfjället mountain forms the
backdrop and the views are magnificent. Now you just need to trudge on for 10 kilometres in the open, treeless
terrain, with small lakes and marshes. The trail markings need restoration and
there are no shelters or overnight cabins. At the same time, it is a
fascinating stretch and you can be almost certain you will not meet a single
hiker. You take away with
you above all the changing birch forest. For that reason the recommendation is an autumn
hike, which in addition is mosquito-free.

After the
boundary with Västerbotten County there is a trail to Ammarnäs which is just
over 22 kilometres long. The county boundary is marked with a sign.

Duration: One day for the stretch itself, but the
logistics mean at least two days’ hiking.