Experiences, activities and things to see
Welcome to Impiö, Ranua!
Mattilan talo is located in a naturally beautiful village, roughly halfway between Ranua and Posio, on the shores of Lake Impiönjärvi. The surroundings offer a wide range of activities and experiences throughout the year, depending on the season.
Nature attractions
Lake Impiönjärvi
From the shore of the Mattilan talo, you have access to the beautiful Lake Impiönjärvi. In summer, you can swim, row, fish, paddleboard, or go kayaking. In winter, the frozen lake can be accessed by skiing, snowshoeing, walking, or by snowmobile.
At Mattilan talo, you can rent a rowing boat (with or without an electric outboard motor) or a SUP board.
Lake Simojärvi
The large and beautiful Lake Simojärvi, with its islands and cross-country ski trails, is just a couple of kilometers away. From Lake Simojärvi, the River Simojoki flows all the way to the Bothnian Bay.
Korouoma
The 30-kilometer-long Korouoma canyon valley is located in the neighboring municipality of Posio. From Mattilan talo, it takes about half an hour to drive to the Lapiosalmi starting point. The bedrock of Korouoma is hundreds of millions of years old, and the area features numerous ponds, lakes, and small streams. Korouoma is an excellent destination for hikers and, in winter, also for ice climbing enthusiasts.
Read more: Korouoma
Simojärvi–Soppana hiking trail
Stunning rocky outcrops, a beautiful sandy beach, and the tranquility of old-growth forest can be found along the Simojärvi–Soppana hiking trail, from where you can also hike to the beautiful Korouoma canyon valley in Posio.
The easy‑to‑access Simojärvi hiking trail was renovated by the Municipality of Ranua in 2024. The route is 14.5 km long and has three campfire sites along the way.
The starting point of the trail is in Korvajokisuu, at Korvajokisuuntie 13. From Mattila house, the starting point is only 13 km away.
More detailed information and maps can be found here.
Hunting and fishing
The village of Impiö and Mattilan talo are located south of Lake Simojärvi. The surrounding area offers excellent hunting grounds, especially on state-owned lands. Hunting in the area mainly focuses on small game, such as grouse, waterfowl, and hare. The hunting permit area offers varied terrain, from fell landscapes to low-lying marshes. Hunters can stay comfortably at Mattila. Ask for more information and book your accommodation soon: +358 45 166 5534 / info@mattilantalo.fi
Mattilan talo is also in Eräverkko.
More information about the hunting area and permits: Eräluvat.fi
Activities and experiences
Arctic Action activity services
Snowmobile rentals, guided ice fishing and sled tours for small groups, ATV rentals and more in the village of Impiö, just one kilometer from Mattila!
Ask for more information and book your own unique experience:
Juha Impiö: +358 40 960 2425
Email: monipalveluimpiooy@gmail.com
Ranua Resort Arctic Wildlife Park
At the Arctic wildlife park, you can see polar bears, lynx, Arctic foxes, owls, musk oxen and many other northern animals. Our wildlife park is home to around 50 Arctic animal species.
The wildlife park is open every day, all year round. Each season reveals something new and different about the animals and nature.
Ranua Wildlife Park is located in the quiet of northern coniferous forests, where authenticity touches visitors and the animals’ own peace is preserved.
Book your tickets: Ranua Resort