West Kuhmo hunting area is located in the northwestern and northern parts of Kuhmo. The area includes commercial forests of varying ages and protected areas as well. The game populations in the area are good.
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.
The area includes the Vuosanka military training and firing area, where movement may be restricted. Noise from live-fire exercises may occasionally cause disturbance. Up-to-date information on ongoing and upcoming live-fire exercises is available on The Finnish Defence Forces website (puolustusvoimat.fi).
Information about tourism services can be found on the following pages:
There are hiking services, such as campfire sites, 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.
Janne Miettinen
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.–10.11.2026
Permits are sold for the period:1.8.2026–30.4.2027
Permits are sold for the period:1.8.2026–28.2.2027
