Töfsingdalen National Park

Töfsingdalen National Park is a conservation area in Älvdalen covering dense pine forests, boulder fields, and small mountain lakes. The terrain features natural woodland with rocky formations that shape the hiking experience throughout the park.

Swedish authorities established the park as a protected conservation area in 1930, making it one of the earliest such designations in the country. This decision marked an important step in the nation's efforts to preserve wild natural spaces.

The area maintains connections to traditional Sámi reindeer herding practices that shaped the landscape over many generations. Visitors can observe how these pastoral traditions have influenced the region's character.

The park is accessible through marked hiking trails of varying difficulty, with information points nearby explaining seasonal activities and accommodation options. Visitors should prepare for changeable weather and bring sturdy hiking gear.

The park contains sections of untouched virgin forest and boulder fields that remain naturally impassable, preserving its wild character. These untamed zones form a natural patchwork that keeps parts of the landscape in their original state.

Location: Älvdalen Municipality

Inception: April 26, 1930

GPS coordinates: 62.16537,12.48010

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:22