Nature reserve

Åheden

Nature reserve

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Description

Åheden is a small area of pristine-like forest near the now dried-up channel of the Skellefte river. The area is only 0.12 square kilometres in size but features many fine plants species. The forest is large growth considering it is located in Norrbotten County. The trees are up to 25 m high. There is a dense spruce forest in the area which in the north transforms into predominantly pine forest.

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Facts

Municipality: Arvidsjaur

Year of formation: 2014

Size: 0.12 square kilometers

Administrator: County Administrative Board

Form of protection: Nature reserve

Communications

Åheden lies about 17 km southwest of Glommersträsk. The most suitable approach route to the reserve is from the east on road 365. Turn off westwards before you pass the Skellefte river, about 14 kilometres south of Järvträsk. After just under 2 km there is a crossing, where you turn west towards Stenbacken. After 5 kilometres you pass the county boundary back into Norrbotten, then continue about 500 metres. Leave the car and follow the little logging road southwards.

Directions

Åheden is located about 17 kilometers southwest of Glommersträsk and the most suitable access route to the reserve is from the east via road 365. Turn west before crossing the Skellefte River, about 14 kilometers south of Järvträsk. After almost two kilometers you will reach a crossroads, drive west towards Stenbacken. After 5 kilometers you cross the county border into Norrbotten again, continue about 500 meters. Leave the car and follow the small forest road south. The road was repaired a few years ago and is currently in good condition.

Regulations

All regulations can be found in the reserve decision. It is permitted to: - hike - camp - make a small fire - pick berries and edible mushrooms - drive snowmobiles on snow-covered ground - fish and hunt in accordance with applicable laws

It is not allowed to damage plant and animal life. Remember the right of public access and protect nature!

Contact

Email address

Länsstyrelsen Norrbotten

norrbotten@lansstyrelsen.se

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