Monday, 13 July 2026

Kungsleden 13/07/26

Day 13. Saudal to Jäkkvik

Another bright day with a light breeze, perfect walking weather for the trip to Jäkkvik.

Path through the woods 
Through the woods all the way but there were some good views over the numerous lakes.
More woods

Lots of lakes
There was one river/lake crossing to make, this time with no alternative to the rowing boats.

An old fishing boat slowly composting 

Interesting gate in a reindeer fence

Rowing across the lake 
I was lucky to arrive just as another group coming from the south had left two boats on my side.
Arrived

A return trip
It was an easy row across in a nice light aluminium boat and I didn't even have to pull it ashore as there were two people waiting to take it back.

Gravel road 

Sluice
A short walk through the woods took me to a gravel road leading to a sluice which is part of the hydro scheme linking the lakes.

Approaching Jäkkvik
The trail then follows the edge of a lake to reach Jäkkvik.

A fine set of moose antlers on a shed outside Jäkkvik 
Jäkkvik is a proper little village with a supermarket and a campsite/lodge with very good facilities. 

Jäkkvik hostel

There was a interesting mix of people of various nationalities on the campsite and we had some interesting conversations in the camp kitchen.

The campsite 

Working my way down the trail


A short day but a good chance to charge up and communicate.

12k walked 

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