Feel the thrill of speed easily in a sledding hill! The Raahe region offers numerous places where you can enjoy a fast descent with a sled, slide, toboggan, or maybe even a homemade contraption. However, let's make sure everything happens safely – patience is key, and keeping a safe distance is essential.
Sledding Tips in Raahe
In the grounds of Raahe's Ski Center, you can ski or fatbike and perhaps get the best speeds in the city’s sledding hill. There’s a grill shelter nearby to prepare and enjoy snacks. The Ski Lodge doors are open daily for visitors from 9 am to 9 pm.
Address: Hiihtomajantie 142, 92120 Raahe
Within Raahe, you’ll also find sledding spots with unique names. Fantti Hill is located on an island of the same name opposite Old Town Raahe. Park at either Terässatama or Raahe Canoeing Center and walk a short distance along the pedestrian pathway and Fantti nature trail. Along the trail, there’s a campfire spot with a view of the historic wooden old town.
Terässatama address: Ulkofantintie 123, 92100 Raahe; Canoeing Center address: Musta 14, 92100 Raahe
Another popular spot for sledding is Kyöpelinvuori in the Antinkangas district.
Address: Mäntymetsäntie 27, 92130 Raahe
The more thrilling Pääkallovuori rises in Isoholmi, right next to Holmintie.
Address: Holmintie, Raahe
Huilamäki is located in Arkkukari. This hill rises alongside Highway 8, about 8 km south of Raahe. Turn left toward Leinoperä, continue on Haantie for about half a kilometer, then turn right onto Välihaantie, where you’ll find signs. There’s also a grill shelter at the top, so bring your own firewood to make a fire.
The Piehinki playground and sports area offers two sledding hills for those who prefer a more moderate pace. The area also has facilities for skating and skiing.
Address: Aronlammentie 46, 92220 Piehinki
At Alpuanharju Ski Lodge in Vihanti, in addition to ski trails, you’ll find great sledding opportunities. A grill shelter is also available nearby for a snack break. The Ski Lodge is open daily from 9 am to 9 pm, so you can warm up as needed.
Address: Hiihtopaikantie 107, 86460 Alpua
Sledding Hills in Pyhäjoki
The Rautiperä outdoor area is a family-friendly sports center. In winter, you can enjoy fast sledding, ski along lighted trails, take a refreshing dip in the ice, and visit Talvikiska for a warm drink and a bite to eat. The 4H youth-run Talvikiska is open on weekends during ski season. You can also grill sausages at the hut or at a lean-to on the 1 km ski loop. In summer, the area is popular for cycling, jogging, and swimming, and there’s also an 18-hole frisbee golf course. Large parking area.
Address: Hiihtomajantie 106, 86100 Pyhäjoki
Yppäri’s Pörkänmäki, maintained by the village association, is a family-friendly outdoor area and sledding hill near Yppäri school. There’s a hut with a lock code available by calling the number on the door. Trails and a skating rink are also nearby.
Address: Pörkäntie 50, 86170 Pyhäjoki
Parhalahti School’s sledding hill is located in the schoolyard. This thrilling hill provides top speeds due to its steepness. There’s also a skating rink and ski trails nearby. Large parking area.
Address: Parhalahdentie 70, 86110 Pyhäjoki
The forest near Pirttikoski School, known locally as the “Hundred Acre Wood,” offers suitable sledding hills on rocks for younger children. There’s also a skating rink and ski trails nearby, and a ski trail leading to the nearby river. Large parking area.
Address: Seurantie 22, 86160 Pyhäjoki
Find the Perfect Speed in Siikajoki
The Hietamaa recreation center in Ruukki offers ski trails, an ice swimming area, and a sledding hill in winter. There’s a hut near the sledding hill and a campfire site in Hietamaa as well.
Address: Hietamaantie 96, 92400 Siikajoki
The Häkkilänkangas sledding hill in Revonlahti is located along the ski trail, with a lean-to nearby. You can reach the sledding hill and lean-to by following the road from Keskuskatu 37.
Address: Keskuskatu 37, 92350 Siikajoki
Kirkkokukkula’s terrain offers skiing and sledding, with a hut and a lean-to next to the sledding hill.
Address: Revonlahdentie 805, 92320 Revonlahti
The Siikajoenkylä Sports Park offers a sledding hill in winter, with an ice rink, sports field, and ski trails nearby.
Address: Siikajoentie 1548, 92320 Siikajoki
In Karinkanta, the sledding hill is located next to a lean-to along the ski trail.
Address: Ouluntie 1185, 92330 Karinkanta