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Hike to Lake Brudevikvatnet and the Gapahuk Shelter

Vanylven

The trail at a glance

This is a fairly easy family hike to the traditional gapahuk shelter by Lake Brudevikvatnet. The lake offers good fishing opportunities, and it is also a nice swimming area for children. You can stay overnight in the gapahuk shelter. It is open for everyone and can accommodate many people.

Route description

The trail runs through gentle terrain with only two noticeable ascents – one at the start and the other one closer to the endpoint. The path is well marked and mostly good-quality.The hike normally takes 1.5–2 hours depending on your age and physical shape.

Access and parking

The trail starts in Krokvika. There is plenty of parking space here. It would be easiest to get to the starting point by car, but there are also several bus routes that run past.
Hiking route
Blue
Distance
3,63 km one way
Elevation
363 m
Duration
2 t. 45 min.
Sesong
Spring, Summer
Highest Point
332 masl
Signage
Both signed and marked
Mobile coverage
Partially

Map route

Surface type Distance
Sti 7

Map

Vanylven Hiking Map, route 4
Driving directions

API endpoints

Route data GeoJSON