Kurtna Lake Trail weather today

19.9°C Overcast

Wind 1.1 m/s ↑

Precipitation (24h) –

Precipitation (12h forecast) 4.6 mm

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Alutaguse rahvuspark · 9.0 km · hard

Current conditions

Wind

Wind1.1 m/s

Gusts2.9 m/s

Direction276° West

Precipitation

Dry

next 6 h: 4.7 mm

UV index

0.0 Low

max today: 4.6

Waning gibbous

Illumination94%

Next full moon27 days

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Sun

↑ 04:55 ↓ 21:36

Day length: 16 h 41 min

Trail data

Length: 9.0 km
Difficulty: hard
Terrain: lake landscape, sandy pine forest, lakeshore woodland
Infrastructure: hiking trail camping site campfire site information boards parking
Region: Alutaguse rahvuspark
Coordinates: 59,2890° N, 27,5660° E

The Kurtna lake district comprises over 40 lakes across an area of 30 km², which formed in Ice Age meltwater channels in deposits overlying Devonian sandstone. In summer, the deep-water temperature can differ by as much as 15 degrees between some of the lakes.

The Kurtna Lake Trail introduces the Kurtna lake district — Estonia's richest lake region outside the Haanja Uplands. The 9 km loop passes nearly ten lakes and offers several swimming spots.

The trail is mostly a sandy forest road, with soft ground in some places. Sections along the lakeshores can be wet.

Seasonal access

From July to August the lakes have warmed up for swimming. In winter, the lake ice offers an extraordinary sight.

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7-day forecast on the trail

Sat 24° 17° 3.4 m/s 3.7 mm

Sun 22° 15° 4.3 m/s 0.9 mm

Mon 21° 13° 5.6 m/s 1.8 mm

Tue 22° 12° 3.1 m/s 0.0 mm

Wed 21° 14° 3.1 m/s 4.2 mm

Thu 19° 16° 4.2 m/s 0.8 mm

Fri 13° 13° 3.9 m/s 0.1 mm

Long-term climate

Month	Avg °C	Avg high °C	Avg low °C	Precip mm
Jan	-4.4	-2.7	-6.4	44.5
Feb	-5.0	-2.9	-7.3	41.6
Mar	-1.8	1.1	-4.6	35.8
Apr	4.4	8.1	0.8	38.6
May	10.3	14.0	6.3	56.6
Jun	15.0	18.5	11.2	84.2
Jul	18.0	21.2	14.6	71.8
Aug	16.9	20.0	13.8	78.6
Sep	12.1	14.8	9.7	59.5
Oct	6.3	8.2	4.5	66.9
Nov	1.4	2.8	-0.1	57.3
Dec	-2.5	-0.9	-4.2	50.2

Frequently asked questions

How long is Kurtna Lake Trail?

The trail is 9.0 km long. It is marked with RMK signs.

What is the difficulty?

The difficulty is hard. The trail needs suitable footwear and care on the terrain.

When is the best time to hike?

The best hiking season is May to September. The warmest month, July, averages 18.0°C; in spring and autumn the lower sections can be wet.

Is the trail open year-round?

From July to August the lakes have warmed up for swimming.

Is the trail suitable for families with children?

Kurtna Lake Trail requires some hiking experience. With small children, choose a shorter alternative route.

Where is parking?

There is a car park at the start of the trail. Find exact directions on the RMK website.