Summer and autumn activities in Ylläs
There is a bunch of activities to enjoy at the summer or autumn time in the exotic and breathtaking nature in Lapland!
Midnight sun
The Midnight Sun is the time of the nightless nights. In Ylläs located north of the Arctic Circle, the midnight sun period lasts from the end of May until the end of July. It is bright day and night! Summer nights are pleasantly cool with average temperature around 15 degrees. Summer nights are not meant to be spent sleeping, but spending time outdoors to explore nature.
Reindeer
If you get not enough from seeing reindeers in nature or even on the yard of Milis Chalet, organise a visit at a reindeer farm!
Visit:
Konijankka.fi reindeer farm
References by Ylläs Tourism
Northern lights
Between September and March, you can marvel at the green-violet play of colors in the sky. Due to Ylläs being located on the southern edge of the aurora oval that surrounds the north pole, stastistically you can see the auroras in Ylläs on two out of three nights – if the sky is clear.
Hiking
Ylläs is an excellent destination for hiking enthusiasts and one of the special features of the area is the easily accessible hiking trails.
Ylläs Bike Park
Ylläs Bike Park offers the longest routes in Finland, starting at the top of the Ylläs fell. There are three lifts available for the convenient transport of you and your bike to the starting point of the descent.
Rent equipment:
Hillskirent.fi
Jemessport.com
Tunturiflow.fi
Mountain bike trails
Ylläs offers modestly the best cycling terrain in Finland. Most of it happens in beautiful Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park.
Rent equipment:
Hillskirent.fi
Jemessport.com
Tunturiflow.fi
Canoe, kayak and packraft activities
Ylläs offers a diverse range of routes for paddlers, including fast-flowing rivers, calm small lakes, and combinations of both.
Rent equipment:
Tunturiflow.fi
Swimming
You can swim in pure small lakes under midnight sun in June-July.
Fishing
There are many lakes, ponds, rivers, and small streams for fishing trout, whitefish, perch, and pike in the beautiful wilderness of Lapland.
Fishing in Ylläs
Fishing packages of operators in Ylläs
About fishing permits
Horse riding
Enjoy the wonderful nature of the seven fells on the back of a horse. Different tours available in summer and autumn, from three hours trips up to full day tours.
Horse rides on Icelandic horses
More horse ride packages by Ylläs Tourism
Berry gathering
In late summer, the harvest season begins, and the forests bursting with berries drive the locals wild with their buckets.
Season for blueberries is August to September, for cloudberries and lingonberries September and for cranberries October.
Slow down
Slow down in beautiful and exotic wilderness of the seven fells in Ylläs. Relax and enjoy silent moments in Milis chalet, on the terrace, in the grillhouse or the steam of the wooden-fired outdoor sauna! Or combine all with a delicious tasting of delicacies from Lapland.
Wine & dine at:
Auroraestate.fi/en
Yllaskota.fi
Frisbee disc golf course
Perfect summer activity for groups and families in the splendid nature of Ylläs. Free use of the 18-hole disc golf courses on either sides of the Ylläs fell.
Golf course
Diverse gold course for beginners and more experienced golfers embedded in the stunning landscapes of Lapland. Located in Levi, located 55km from Milis Chalet. Driving range and putting green also available. Open usually from June until September.
Find out more about the Ylläs 8 seasons!
Further information:
If you haven’t found what you are looking for, please contact us – we are very happy to help you. For instance we do have some privileged access to local people offering prime and unique fishing experience.
You will get more specific recommendations on restaurants, catering, outdoor & other services after booking your holiday with us!