Pühajärv Sensory Trail
Otepää looduspark · 1.8 km · easy
Trail data
- Length
- 1.8 km
- Difficulty
- easy
- Terrain
- lakeside pine forest, boardwalk
- Infrastructure
- Region
- Otepää looduspark
- Coordinates
- 58,0510° N, 26,4670° E
The Pühajärv Sensory Trail is a short, accessible family loop through lakeside pine forest. Information boards encourage visitors to touch, smell, and listen to the forest, making it a learning trail for school excursions.
5-day forecast on the trail
Long-term climate
| Month | Avg °C | Avg high °C | Avg low °C | Precip mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | -4.6 | -2.6 | -6.8 | 48.6 |
| Feb | -4.9 | -2.6 | -7.4 | 46.2 |
| Mar | -1.3 | 2.0 | -4.5 | 40.3 |
| Apr | 5.3 | 9.5 | 1.1 | 45.2 |
| May | 11.1 | 15.2 | 6.4 | 62.0 |
| Jun | 15.6 | 19.4 | 11.4 | 85.4 |
| Jul | 18.0 | 21.5 | 14.0 | 75.5 |
| Aug | 16.8 | 20.3 | 13.2 | 84.9 |
| Sep | 11.9 | 15.1 | 9.0 | 57.9 |
| Oct | 6.1 | 8.5 | 3.9 | 68.1 |
| Nov | 1.3 | 2.9 | -0.4 | 59.8 |
| Dec | -2.7 | -1.0 | -4.7 | 48.9 |
Frequently asked questions
How long is Pühajärv Sensory Trail?
The trail is 1.8 km long. It is marked with RMK signs.
What is the difficulty?
The difficulty is easy. A boardwalk eases the harder sections.
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?
Pühajärv Sensory Trail is open year-round. In winter the trail may be snowy or icy.
Is the trail suitable for families with children?
Pühajärv Sensory Trail suits families with children: the trail is short and the terrain easy.
Where is parking?
There is a car park at the start of the trail. Find exact directions on the RMK website.