Västerfjällsrundan led 102 (sommarled Oviksfjällen)

Västfjället is an easily accessible mountain with clearly marked trails. The terrain here is usually dry. To gain some elevation, you can start your hike at the parking lot in Fjällhalsen instead of Bydalen and follow the cross markings up towards the alpine plateau. Along the way, you’ll walk alongside a beautiful stream, where you can take the opportunity to drink water or refill your water bottle.

The trail gradually ascends towards the summit, and just before reaching the top, you turn left for the final meters of elevation and the joy of reaching 1158 meters above sea level. From the summit, the trail continues westward, and soon you’ll encounter the trail towards Stenhyddan, where you choose to go right.

Stenhyddan was built around midsummer in 1896 as a resting cabin for the tourists of that time, known as the “luftgäster” (air guests), who came to the mountains for the fresh air. The cabin was reopened after renovation in 1979 and is visited annually by mountain hikers who take the opportunity to rest their legs and enjoy their packed meals.

After a break at Stenhyddan, you continue southward through the pass between Västfjället’s foothills and Hovdeshögen. Once you’ve reached the ski area, maintain your elevation and follow the trail back towards Fjällhalsen.