We would like to present you a three-days-long canoe tour on Lake Altevatn. This tour is just an example of the great number of trips on the almost 37 miles long lake.
And, further more, to the south borders the 12,5 miles long Lake Leinavatn with its abundance of fish.
Luggage – no problem!
The surrounding mountains, valleys, and the cabins of the Norwegian Mountain Touring Association make the alternatives countless.
The canoe serves as a means for transportation of luggage. There is much room in a canoe, and – opposite to the rucksack – a couple of kilos extra make no difference.
After going on land in an idyllic bay, put up your tent. From here you can set out on one-day trips to mountaintops or valleys, to hidden lakes full of fish, or follow the tracks of reindeers and bears.
By the way – old, dried up pieces of drift timber along the shore are perfect for the daily campfire. Take care!
Description
At the Båthavn alongside Altevatn put the canoe on water. Then cross the lake and continue along the southern shore side in the south-eastern direction.
After four to five hours you will arrive at Storbukta – a bay right beneath the mountain Råkkunbårri. Here, at the outlet of the river Jordbruelva, you will find good camping sites where fishing in the nearby waters nearly always pays off.
Next day invites to ascending mountain Råkkunbårri. With three crests the mountain rises to 1.804 yds into the sky. From the bay it is easy to hike or climb the western summit since the ascent is not difficult.
Choose your own easy way up – and here you go! Soon the timberline lies behind and soft tundra ground makes you feel like walking on cushions. After a while it's getting rockier and a little steeper until the "soft cushions" are fully replaced by a scree.
After 1.148 yds, you will reach the summit and enjoy overlooking the mountains of Dividal National Park, the western parts of Altevatn, and the valley Stordalen. There are not many mountains that offer such a panorama! The way back is more or less the same way as you came up.
If it happens to be cloudy weather this day, you may otherwise choose to go on a hike in Stordalen valley. In autumn you will see many reindeers here. Anglers can try their luck at some of the many lakes.
For the way back in canoe, you need at least four hours in calm water. Even a slight wind from front will add another hour to return.
