How to find us
Arriving in Bodø by plane, ship,
or driving along Norway.
--(Bodø to Fauske)--
The journey begins in Bodø, a coastal town in Northern Norway, known for its beautiful landscapes and as a gateway to the Lofoten Islands. From Bodø, you head east on European Route 80, the main highway between Bodø and Fauske
- Distance: Approx. 60 km (37 miles)
- Driving time: Around 50 minutes
This stretch follows scenic fjords and passes through forested areas and small communities. The road is well-maintained and offers panoramic views of Northern Norway's stunning coastline and mountain ranges. Eventually, you arrive in Fauske, a small town known for its marble and natural surroundings.
--(Fauske to Sulitjelma Turist Senter)--
- Distance: Approx. 50 km (31 miles)
- Driving time: Around 45 minutes
From Fauske, you take County Road 830 heading east toward the former mining town of Sulitjelma.
As the road winds deeper into the mountains, the landscape becomes increasingly dramatic with lakes, steep slopes, and alpine terrain.
On this stretch, you will pass through three long tunnels and one short, that are unique in Norwegian road history. These tunnels were originally built as railway tunnels in the early 1900s, during the height of Sulitjelma's mining era, when the town was Norway's most important mining center.
The three tunnels are:
- Grønnlifjell Tunnel – approx. 2.1 km
- Sjønståfjell Tunnel – approx. 2.8 km
- Hanken Tunnel – approx. 3.0 km
These tunnels were part of the Sulitjelma Line, a railway built to transport copper ore from the mines in Sulitjelma to the port at Finneid (near Fauske). When the railway was closed in the early 1970s, the tunnels were repurposed for road traffic — a rare transformation in Norway.
After passing through the tunnels, you enter a narrow and scenic valley filled with high tundering waterfalls and steep mountain side before arrive in Sulitjelma mining village, a town rich in industrial history and surrounded by impressive mountain scenery. From here, the road continues further into the mountains toward Sulitjelma Turist senter a remote and peaceful area that once hosted mining facilities and now serves as a base for our lovley Siberian huskies, northern lights hunters, hikers, skiers, and nature enthusiasts exploring the Sulitjelma mountains and nearby Junkerdal National Park.
On-Site Facilities
Parking: Ample parking space is available at our camp.
Warm-Up Area: Upon arrival, you can warm up by the campfire and enjoy some campfire coffee.
Toilets:Several public toilets open at all thimes
Kiosk
:Smal kiosk with snacks and basic food & drinks to by