Hepoköngäs, Natural waterfall in Puolanka, Finland.
The Hepoköngäs waterfall measures 18 meters in height and 5 meters in width, with water cascading down into the Heinijoki River.
The nature reserve surrounding Hepoköngäs received official protection status in 1956 to preserve the waterfall and its riverside environment for future generations.
The name Hepoköngäs derives from Finnish language elements, where köngäs refers to steep rapids that cannot be navigated by water vessels.
Visitors can access the waterfall through a 600-meter trail from the parking area, with facilities including summer cafes and designated picnic spots.
The waterfall maintains different flow rates throughout the year, reaching its peak at 9.5 cubic meters per second during spring floods.
Location: Puolanka
Website: https://luontoon.fi/hepokongas
GPS coordinates: 64.81984,27.87672
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:46
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