Forollhogna National Park

Forollhogna National Park is an alpine area with gentle mountain slopes and valleys stretching across about 1,000 square kilometers. The landscape consists of open moorlands, lakes, and rivers with year-round snow on the highest peaks.

The park was established in 1970 to protect this mountain landscape and its traditional way of life. Seasonal mountain farms have raised livestock here since the Middle Ages, a practice that continues today.

The region has long served as a passage for herders and travelers who followed seasonal routes across the mountains. Old cabins and paths show how people traditionally lived and shaped the landscape here.

The area is accessible through multiple entrances and has marked hiking trails plus old mountain paths. The best time to visit is from June through September, when the higher passes are snow-free.

The area is home to Norway's northernmost wild reindeer herd, representing original European mountain reindeer populations. These herds roam the highlands throughout the year and add to the park's sense of pristine wilderness.

Location: Tynset Municipality

Location: Tolga Municipality

Location: Os Municipality

Location: Holtålen Municipality

Location: Midtre Gauldal Municipality

Location: Rennebu Municipality

Inception: 2001

Operator: Nasjonalparkstyret for Forollhogna

Website: http://forollhogna.no

GPS coordinates: 62.63333,10.66667

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:11