Oandu Beaver trail is a kilometre from Oandu towards Altja. Introducing the Altja river valley and its biota, the trail runs along the high slopes of the esker, where scenic views open on the river rapids. The most important inhabitants here are the beavers who have also given the name to the trail. Despite the people on the trail, beavers have always built dams on the Altja river, as the primeval valley offers them perfect conditions for that. The beavers are very shy animals, and you can hardly ever see them. In addition to the beaver dams on the riverbanks, you will also see pointed stumps and felled logs here, and sliding tracks ending in the Altja river.
Parking
Parking for 1 bus or 5 cars
Amenities
Information boards, stairs, boardwalk, benches, DC, waste bin
Hiking Options
available
Sights
Traces of beaver activity—beaver dams, lodges constructed along the riverbank and felled trees—can be seen in the deep river valley.
Additional Information
Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct, rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy
Restrictions
The trail is situated in Lahemaa National Park. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee
Contact
Telephone: +372 676 7010 +372 329 5555
E-mail: info.oandu@rmk.eeinfo.lahemaa@rmk.ee
Object type: study trail
Location info
Location : Lääne-Viru County, Lahemaa National Park
Haljala Municipality, Lääne-Viru County
Navigation instructions : Drive 73 km from Tallinn towards Narva (E20), turn Võsu, Palmse direction and drive 6.5 km to Palmse village, turn right (at the sign 6 km to Sagadi). Drive on Palmse–Sagadi road, cross Rakvere–Haljala road (sign 2.5 km to Sagadi manor)
and arrive at Sagadi Manor. Turn left (at the sign 5 km to the Altja fishing village), drive 4 km on Sagadi–Altja road, pass Oandu campsite, the parking area of Oandu nature trail and the trailhead of Kõrve trail to the parking area
at the right side of the road. The trail starts with a trailhead “Koprarada”(Beaver trail).
Drive 73 km from Tallinn towards Narva (E20), turn Võsu, Palmse direction and drive 6.5 km to Palmse village, turn right (at the sign 6 km to Sagadi). Drive on Palmse–Sagadi road, cross Rakvere–Haljala road (sign 2.5 km to Sagadi manor)
and arrive at Sagadi Manor. Turn left (at the sign 5 km to the Altja fishing village), drive 4 km on Sagadi–Altja road, pass Oandu campsite, the parking area of Oandu nature trail and the trailhead of Kõrve trail to the parking area
at the right side of the road. The trail starts with a trailhead “Koprarada”(Beaver trail).
