Paukjärve nature trail’s observation tower (ca 1 km from the parking)
Harju County, Aegviidu-Kõrvemaa Recreation Area
Paukjärvi nature trail is circular: the trail starts and ends at the same point. If you take the left branch from the parking lot, the observation tower is 1 km away, and if you take the right branch, it is 4 km.
The observation tower is located in Paukjärve esker – a ridge created under glacier. The tower offers a view of Põhja Kõrvemaa Nature Reserve. Kõnnu Suursoo is on one side, Paukjärv on the other.
The observation tower is located in Paukjärve esker – a ridge created under glacier. The tower offers a view of Põhja Kõrvemaa Nature Reserve. Kõnnu Suursoo is on one side, Paukjärv on the other.
| Phone |
+372 604 7212
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| info.aegviidu@rmk.ee | |
| Type of object | Observation Tower |
| Parking facilities |
Parking for 20 cars or
max 3 buses in Kaksiksilla parking area at the start of the trail
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| Amenities | 11 m high wooden observation tower, 2 platforms |
| Camping facilities | Paukjärve campsite |
| Outdoor fireplace | yes |
| Campfire site | Paukjärve campsite |
| Hiking options | Paukjärve nature trail |
| Sights | View of Kõnnu Suursoo, bog lakes and pools and Lake Paukjärv on the other side |
| 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 |
The nature rail is situated in North-Kõrvemaa nature reserve. Information about restrictions can be obtained from the Environmental Board: +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee
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| Location |
Kuusalu municipality,
Harju County
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| Driving directions |
On Jägala–Käravete road
(Road no. 13), 29 km from Jägala, turn left to the gravel forest road, drive
7.2 km and turn right (follow the sign “Paukjärve”). Drive 2.2 km to
Kaksiksilla parking area, where the Paukjärve nature trail starts.
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| Geographic coordinates | Long-Lat WGS 84 latitude: 59.389637 longitude: 25.680062 |
| L-EST 97 x: 6584715 y: 595460 |
