Padasjoen latu is a local chapter of Suomen latu – the Outdoor Association of Finland and our goal is to get people to enjoy outdoor activities and to enjoy nature. Our volunteers arrange outdoor activities such as skiing, kayaking/canoeing and mountain biking events.
Padasjoki Canoe routes
Suomenjoki-Nerojärvi-route
Paddling map for South Päijänne published in 2025
We also rent kayaks, canoes and fat-bikes.
Kayak and canoe renting 2025
Prices: single 1 day / 30€
Double/canoe 1 day / 60€
Our rental gear can be booked from this website: padasjoenlatu.johku.com
Kayaks can be returned independently, we give instructions when you are renting the gear.
Open times for 2025 will be:
During 2.6-15.6.25 and 11.8-31.10.25 :
Monday at 09-10 and Friday at 09-10.
High season 16.6-10.8.25:
Mon —
Tue at 09-11
Wed —
Thu at 09-11
Fri at 09-11 and at 17-19
Sat at 09-11
Mainiemi Paddling Centre / Kayak renting:
Padasjoen latu 