Junkerdal National Park

The national park extends across 682 square kilometers of mountains, valleys, and rivers along the Swedish border in Nordland county.

The valley received its name from Preben von Ahlen, who conducted raids on the Swedish Nasa silver mine in 1658.

The land continues to support traditional Sami reindeer herding practices, maintaining centuries-old customs in the northern Norwegian mountains.

Marked hiking routes throughout the park connect multiple unmanned cabins, offering opportunities for extended wilderness expeditions.

The park contains Norway's largest population of white mountain saxifrage, thriving in the calcium-rich bedrock conditions.

Location: Saltdal

Location: Fauske

Inception: 2004

Website: http://english.dirnat.no/content.ap?thisId=1008702

GPS coordinates: 66.88333,15.80000

Latest update: March 8, 2025 03:35