Puhatu campfire sites
Ida-Viru County, Alutaguse National Park
These campfire sites, mainly used by fishers, are on the bank of the picturesque Poruni river. The river valley is protected by Puhatu Nature Reserve. Here you may meet several rare animal and plant species, for example eagles of the first protection category (white-tailed sea eagle, golden eagle, osprey), the willow ptarmigan, or the second-category capercaillie.
| Phone | +372 5681 5722 |
| info.kauksi@rmk.ee | |
| Type of object | Campfire site |
| Parking facilities | Parking
in Poruni hiking trail’s parking area for about 10 cars |
| Amenities | 3 campfire
sites, 6 benches, dry toilet |
| Camping facilities | The maximum number of tents (for 4) allowed is 6. |
| Campfire site | yes |
| Hiking options | yes |
| Sights | The
Poruni River and primeval forest, the Narva River |
| Berries and mushrooms | Forests rich in wild berries and mushrooms |
| Additional information |
Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct (freedom to roam), rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy |
| Restrictions | The
campsites are situated in Puhatu Nature Conservation Area. Please also note that campfire sites are located very close to the Estonian-Russian boarder. According to the nature conservation rules, motorised vehicle traffic is prohibited outside roads and paths! Campfires can be made only in designated sites during the months when it is allowed! |
| Location | Alutaguse municipality, Ida-Viru County Object no 36 on recreation area map |
| Driving directions | Drive 36 km on Jõhvi–Vasknarva road, turn left (at the sign to Poruni hiking trail). Drive 12 km to the border guard station, turn left (follow the sign at the junction) and drive 4 km forward to the road barrier. Park on the parking area left to the road barrier. Walk about 400 m forward to the start of the Poruni hiking trail. The campsites are located ate the end of the hiking trail, near Narva river. NB!
When driving from Narva direction, Google Maps offers a trip trough Auvere, which is a wrong way. The only way to access the hiking trail is from Jõhvi–Vasknarva road.
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| Geographic coordinates | Long-Lat WGS 84 latitude: 59.1713556 longitude: 27.8600322 |
| L-EST 97 x: 656553.1 y: 720625.1 |
