Finnmark by camper
Finnmark by camper: Norway's far north-east, from Alta and the Finnmarksvidda plateau to the North Cape, the Varanger peninsula and Pasvik on the Russian border. Long distances, few people, Sámi culture and wide open skies. Our hikes, wild camp spots, campsites and Northern Lights spots across the region.
32 places in the guide, on the map below
Hiking Trail 15
- Alta Canyon hike at Sautso Marked path from the Sautso car park along the Alta Canyon, about 6,3 km each way.
- Ássebákti nature and culture trail Nature and culture trail at Ássebákti near Karasjok, about 3,9 km each way.
- Ekkerøy round walk Round walk on Ekkerøy by the Varangerfjord, about 7,7 km, past the bird cliff.
- Kibergneset hike Walk to Kibergneset, the easternmost point of mainland Norway, about 3,9 km each way.
- Knivskjellodden hike Long walk from the E69 to Knivskjellodden, further north than the North Cape plateau.
- Middagstinden hike in Øksfjord Long, steep mountain hike from Øksfjord over Middagstinden, about 7 km each way.
- Salen hike in Hammerfest Walk from Hammerfest up to Salen, the hill above the town, about 3,9 km.
- Sandfallet hike in Alta Short marked walk at Sandfallet in Alta, about 3 km each way.
- Smørbringen hike in Mehamn Demanding walk from Mehamn to Smørbringen, about 9 km each way.
- Stabbursnes nature and culture trail Easy, almost flat trail at Stabbursnes by the Porsangerfjord, about 4,7 km each way.
- Storefjell hike in Honningsvåg Short, steep climb from Honningsvåg to Storefjell, about 2 hours up and down.
- Tanahorn hike Walk to Tanahorn, an old Sami sacrificial site with a wide view, about 3,6 km each way.
- Treriksrøysa hike in Pasvik Marked path to Treriksrøysa, where Norway, Finland and Russia meet, about 5,4 km each way.
- Tusenårsstien in Vardø Easy round walk on Vardø, Norway's easternmost town, about 3,4 km.
- Tyven hike in Hammerfest Round walk over Tyven, the mountain above Hammerfest, about 10,5 km.
Wild Campsite 7
- Alta river - Finnmark Nice grass site, between forest and river. Arctic Campers guest suggestion.
- Eatnu - Máze - Finnmark Parking some metres away from the main road, cleared of snow in winter.
- Finnmarksvidda - Finnmark Close to the road, and river. WC and tables. Arctic Campers guest suggestion.
- Gamvik - Wild Camp Site Wild camp site at the end of the world! Famous spot in Finnmark. Very popular with caravans.
- Kvalsund Great camp spot a bit above the 94. Beside a small river with a great view.
- Porsangvika - Finnmark Beautiful white sand beach down the road. Arctic Campers guest suggestion.
- Stilla - Styggfossen Camp spot beside a small road and the waterfall Styggfossen. Great fireplace.
Campsite 6
- Alteidet Camping Our camping is located in the beautiful area of Kvænangen, North-Troms.
- Fjordutsikten Camping Northern lights and midnight sun right by Porsangerfjorden.
- Min Ája Discount partner Min Ája in Karasjok is a pleasant base for those who want to experience the nature of Finnmark and Sami culture with a camper van, caravan or a sta…
- Øvre Pasvik Camping It is a small, quiet campsite deep in the forest.
- Skoganvarre Turist & Camping 100 sleeping places in cabins and apartments. Motorhome and caravan pitches with electricity. Restaurant
- Varjjat Ferie og Fritid A small charming campsite at the start of your dream holiday in Varanger.
Landmark / POI 2
- Nordlyskatedralen Alta A church built in a modern style in the centre of Alta in Finnmark.
- Øksfjordjøkul (Glacier) From here you have a great view towards the glacier tongue of the Øksfjordjøkul. Also the hiking trail starts here.
Event / Festival 1
- Finnmarksløpet - Sled dog race The world's northernmost sled dog race. Starts in Alta. Next event: 5–6 March 2027.
Activity 1
- Synatur (glacier boat trips) Go on a boat trip to the glacier Øksfjordjøkul. Or book a fishing trip or sea kayak tour.
Also on the map: 89 Grocery stores, 10 Vinmonopolet, 16 Ferry quays