South Taivalkoski is a popular hunting area, which is especially popular with grouse hunters. Hunting permits are in high demand for this area. The area offers opportunities for hunting grouse, hare, small predator and beaver. The area is mainly multiple-use forest of varying ages and is in forestry use. There are also some protected areas in the area.
Always take reindeer herding into account when hunting with a dog in this area. Please read the instructions under section Reindeer herding on this page.
Please also note that Storm Paula caused forest damage in the area in June 2021.
2.1.2026
The wording of the terms is clarified, and the new structure better reflects the customer journey in the Eräluvat.fi service. The terms also specify how and where customers can place an order, how they benefit from logging in during the ordering process, and whom to contact in case of problems or changes.
Hossa-Irni's reindeer herding cooperative's contact information: paliskunnat.fi (in Finnish)
Taivalkoski's reindeer herding cooperative's contact information: paliskunnat.fi (in Finnish)
Pintamo's reindeer herding cooperative's contact information: paliskunnat.fi (in Finnish)
Always make sure you are not disturbing the reindeer herding. Reindeer and reindeer herding need to be taken into account especially when hunting with a dog. Please read the instructions on page Hunting in Northern Finland before your hunting trip.
Up-to-date information on reindeer herding: porotyot.fi (in Finnish). Please note that not all reindeer herding cooperatives use the service.
Information about area's tourism services can be found on the following pages:
There are hiking services, such as campfire sites and lean-to shelters, in this permit area.
More information about the area and hiking services are available at Luontoon.fi.
Call cost €0.00/min + mobile charge/local network rate. Urgent orders always by phone.
Ville Viitanen
Jani Suua
Foreigners can also hunt in state areas. However, there are a few special requirements for hunting in Finland.
Visitors to Metsähallitus wilderness sites are expected to observe Outdoor etiquette. It encourages fishers and hunters to take nature, other people, catches and game into consideration in all activities. Find out more about the etiquette!
Learn more about hunting in nature reserves and public water areas, as well as dog training and bow hunting within Metsähallitus permit areas.
Permits are sold for the period:1.8.2026–30.4.2027
Permits are sold for the period:1.8.2026–30.4.2027
Permits are sold for the period:1.11.2026–30.4.2027
Permits are sold for the period:20.8.2026–30.4.2027
Permits are sold for the period:20.8.2026–28.2.2027
Permits are sold for the period:10.9.–10.12.2026, 10.1.–31.1.2027
Permits are sold for the period:1.8.2026–30.4.2027
Permits are sold for the period:1.11.2026–28.2.2027
