Loodi valley hiking trail (2 km)
Viljandi County, Sakala Recreation Area
You can go to Loodi hiking trail both from the side of Paistu or through the yard of Loodi Manor. At the start of the hiking trail near the manor there is a large campfire site and camping area on the lakeshore. Those who go on the trail should be ready for several difficult ascents, but the red sandstone outcrop with its several springs is worth visiting.
| Phone | +372 526 1924 |
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info.soomaa@rmk.ee
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| Type of object | Hiking trail |
| Parking facilities | Parking area for 3 buses and 10 cars. |
| Amenities | The trail is marked with wooden signs. The circular trail starts at the parking area and is 2 km long. |
| Camping facilities | yes |
| Outdoor fireplace | yes |
| Hiking options | yes |
| Sights | Species-rich varied spruce and pine forests, steep slopes of the primeval valley and the sandstone outcrop (called the "Loodi Hell"). |
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| Restrictions |
The hiking trail is located in Loodi Nature Park, information about restrictions can be obtained from the Environmental Board (info@keskkonnaamet.ee, phone +372 662 5999). |
| Location | Loodi village, Viljandi municipality, Viljandi county Object no.25 on the recreation area map |
| Driving directions | Drive along Imavere–Viljandi–Karksi-Nuia road 7.7 km from Viljandi towards Karksi-Nuia and turn left at the Loodi bus stop. Then drive 400 m along the stone road to the parking area. Cross the bridge to get to the start of the hiking trail. |
| Geographic coordinates | Long-Lat WGS 84 latitude: 58.271332 longitude: 25.591798 |
| L-EST 97 x: 6460063 y: 593402 |
