Blåfjella–Skjækerfjella National Park

Blåfjella-Skjækerfjella National Park spreads across several municipalities, connecting mountain plateaus with lakes and forested valleys into a large protected area. The landscape combines open highlands with dense woodlands, creating diverse habitats for wildlife and plants.

The park was established in 2004, merging the existing Gressåmoen area with new lands into a larger protected zone. This expansion reflected broader efforts to systematically protect important natural areas across the region.

The land bears deep traces of Sami culture through visible settlements, gathering places, and sacred sites marking centuries of indigenous presence. These locations shape the landscape today and make the region's history immediately tangible to visitors.

Visitors can stay at traditional mountain farms such as Holden, Gressåmoen, Gaundalen, and Gjefsjøen, which serve as good bases for exploring the area. These lodges provide direct access to hiking trails and help travelers plan walks through the protected land.

This location marks where spruce trees were first deliberately introduced and cultivated in Norway, making it a pivotal moment in the country's forest history. The experiment changed how forests in the region would develop over time.

Location: Verdal

Location: Steinkjer Municipality

Location: Snåsa Municipality

Location: Grong

Location: Lierne Municipality

Inception: 2004

Website: http://english.dirnat.no/content.ap?thisId=3374

GPS coordinates: 64.21680,13.10929

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:21