Pelkosenniemi is an important tourist center in Lapland. They are surrounded by forests, mountains and lakes. Year-round tourism develops here, skiing in winter, and hiking and water tourism in summer.
The areas around Pelkosenniemi are protected by the Pyhä-Luosto National Park. They are very attractive for lovers of wildlife and active leisure. The park has mountains, valleys, forests, lakes and rivers. This is conducive to a variety of activities, from mountain hiking to kayaking. A large part of the routes run over wetlands and peat bogs, on special wooden footbridges. There are also places for organizing canoeing trips. In the park there are, among others The waterfall and the Pyhäkaste pond, which are among the greatest attractions of Pelkosenniemi.
In winter, the vicinity of Pelkosenniemi is very popular with skiers. The large Pyhä ski area is located here, on the slopes of the Pyhätunturi mountain. In addition to downhill runs, you can also do cross-country skiing here. Snowmobile and dog sled tours are also organized.
