Hållvallens chalet - Ottsjö hike
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Hållvallens chalet - Ottsjö hike
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Hållvallens chalet is an easy and beautiful hike! It takes you from the old chalet over meadows, mires and through the forest. There is a high probability to see moose along this trail. This hike will be best if you start with the hike, “Platåleden,” there you walk over the mountain table-land.
Getting there
Go by car or by bus to Ica Ottsjöbua. Take the E14 to Trostebacken, turn onto Byvagen and continue for about 7.5mi while the road turns into Vålådalsvägen. At this point take a right to go to Ottsjobua, you will reach it after 3.1mi. Park in front of the food market ICA Ottsjöbua.
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| When to do | Summer / Autumn |
| Backcountry Campsites | Hållvallens chalet and Ottsjö camping |
| Toilets | At the market and at Chalet |
| Family friendly | No |
| Route Signage | Average |
| Crowd Levels | Moderate |
| Route Type | Out and back |
Hållvallens chalet - Ottsjö
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Route Description for Hållvallens chalet - Ottsjö
You start this hike at the Ica Ottsjobua. The first kilometers are on “Buföringsleden”, a gravelled road behind the majestic mountain.
You can choose between continuing on “Buföringsleden” or take a left to “Norrbotten” which is going to take you down to the lake beaches and then back to the parking lot. That road is 3.7mi longer but wonderful and well worth the detour on a day with nice weather.
Our map shows us following the track “Buföringsleden”, which goes down to the forest, over brooks always watching for moose that love to be in this area. Moose are typically really calm, though during mating season they can be aggressive and dangerous. Keep a good distance away from the moose and let them stay wild.
Continue on the forest road with mountain views until you reach Hållvallens open chalet.
Return the way you came and watch for the story boards with the history of the village “Ottsjö”, which are along the side of the road.
Insider Hints
In Ottsjö you can also try horse riding in mountain areas. The name is "Åre Ridcenter".
When you are back at the parking lot, a little tip is that “Ica Ottsjöbua” also has services like saunas and showers.
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MIlenka Petrova 4 years ago
Average hike with nice scenery of mires, meadow and forest! Such a peaceful place.
kawaimaknae 4 years ago
This is a really gorgeous area. Nice hiking destination. The trail was mostly flat but there are some minor challenges.
Kristian R. 4 years ago
We enjoyed trekking here. The views were remarkable.
Terry W. 5 years ago
There are perfect spots to rest when you are tired. It was a nice trip.
Vanessa L. 5 years ago
Mesmerizing views over the meadows. It was a good place to visit, I highly recommend it.
Ruby Jade 5 years ago
The moment we got there, I was really excited to start because I'm so looking forward to seeing some moose and taking their pictures. I'm so lucky I was able to do so.
Hevean East 5 years ago
It looks amazing in the morning. The place is unspoiled so expect unmaintained trails.
Sam Endirly 5 years ago
It's not that hard, but it's best to check the weather first before going. Trails could get muddy sometimes.
Schneider D. 5 years ago
Soooo amazing! This place is abundant with wildlife. We're lucky enough to capture pictures of moose while they were eating. Sadly, they started to run away the moment they noticed our presence.
Cena Q. 6 years ago
It looks like a typical setting for scary movies, like that one with mask or something.