Läti campfire site’s observation tower
Viljandi County, Soomaa National Park
Läti observation tower is located in the campfire site of the same name, right next to the Kõpu-Jõesuu road. From the tower, you can look at the meadows and, during high water, on the water field.
| Phone |
+372 526 1924
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| info.soomaa@rmk.ee | |
| Type of object | Observation Tower |
| Parking facilities |
Parking area for 7 cars
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| Camping facilities |
The maximum number of tents (for 4) allowed is 2.
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| Outdoor fireplace | yes |
| Hiking options |
Campfire site is on the RMK Oandu-Aegviidu-Ikla hiking trail.
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| Sights | Läti flooded meadow, Halliste River, heritage communities, traditional village landscape |
| 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
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| Restrictions |
In the territory of the National Park certain restrictions. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board (+372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee).
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| Location |
Tipu village, Põhja-Sakala municipality, Viljandi County.
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| Driving directions |
The observation tower’s location marker on the map shows the location of the campfire site’s parking lot. When coming from the direction of Tallinn–Pärnu–Tori, drive to Tori, turn onto the Võlli road that leads to the national park. Drive 6 km along the Jõesuu road to Jõesuu village. Läti campfire site and observation tower are 21.5 km from there. When coming from the direction of Tartu–Viljandi, drive along Tartu–Viljandi–Pärnu road to Kõpu, turn right onto Kõpu–Jõesuu road after passing the Kõpu cemetery. Läti campfire site and observation tower are 16 km from there. |
| Geographic coordinates | Long-Lat WGS 84 latitude: 58.366284 longitude: 25.061768 |
| L-EST 97 x: 6470022.5 y: 562137 |
