Veski campfire site
Võru County, Karula National Park
NB! Conditions in nature are often difficult in winter. Depending on the weather, both the maintenance of visiting objects and the supply of firewood can be disrupted, access can be difficult.
The campfire site is situated on the shore of Lake Ähijärv. The campfire site marks the start of the 4 km long Lake Ähijärv (study) trail and the 36 km long Karula hiking trail.
| Phone | +372 782 8350 |
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info.karula@rmk.ee
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| Type of object | Campfire site |
| Parking facilities | Parking is limited to 2 cars on the side road. |
| Amenities | Information board, outdoor fireplace, firewood shelter, dry toilet, waste sorting bin, 2 benches, 1 picnic table. |
| Camping facilities |
The maximum number of tents (for 4) allowed is 2. |
| Outdoor fireplace | yes |
| Campfire site | Outdoor fireplace |
| Hiking options |
The campsite is on the RMK Peraküla-Aegviidu-Ähijärve Hiking Route. |
| Sights | Lake Ähijärv, semi-natural (farm) landscapes, forests with rich biodiversity, 4 km Lake Ähijärv hiking trail passes the campfire site. |
| Berries and mushrooms | Bilberries, mushrooms |
| Additional information | The campfire site is located in private land, so please show respect to the landowners. Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct (freedom to roam). Firewood provided. Access is not kept snowfree.
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| Restrictions | The campfire site is situated in Karula National Park, about restrictions please read here. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board (+372 680 7438, info@keskkonnaamet.ee). |
| Location | On the shore of Lake Ähijärv, Ähijärve village, Antsla municipality. Object no 4 on the national park map. |
| Driving directions | Drive 8 km from Antsla towards Haabsaare, turn right 50 m after the Haabsaare bus stop (signs “Karula rahvuspargi külastuskeskus 7 km”, “Saru 20 km”). Drive 6 km on Haabsaare–Saru road to the Ähijärve bus stop. Turn right, drive 350 m up to the lake and then turn right. Go 50 m across the bridge and arrive at the campfire site. |
| Geographic coordinates | Long-Lat WGS 84 latitude: 57.71925 longitude: 26.49997 |
| L-EST 97 x: 6400235 y: 648957 |
