Take Care

Take Care of Hemsedal

Help us protect the mountains we all love

In Hemsedal, you're sharing the outdoors with grazing livestock, wildlife, local farmers and fellow adventurers. By showing a little extra care, you help protect the landscape, the animals and the experiences that make Hemsedal such a special place.

Whether you're hiking to a mountain summit, cycling through the valleys or simply enjoying the fresh mountain air, small actions make a big difference.

How to be a responsible visitor

Enjoy the mountains while helping us protect them:

• Keep your dog on a lead where leash regulations apply.
• Respect grazing animals and wildlife.
• Stay on marked trails whenever possible.
• Leave gates as you find them.
• Take all litter home with you.
• Park only in designated parking areas.
• Be considerate of other people enjoying the outdoors.
• Help us preserve Hemsedal's nature for future generations.

Hiking with your dog

Keeping your dog on a lead protects wildlife, livestock – and your dog

Hemsedal has an extended leash requirement from 1 April to 31 October. During this period, dogs must be kept on a lead throughout the municipality, including in the mountains. This protects sheep, lambs, nesting birds and other wildlife during their most vulnerable season.

Even the friendliest dog can unintentionally frighten or chase grazing animals. Sheep may become separated from their lambs, wildlife can be disturbed, and your dog may also be at risk if it encounters livestock.

Keeping your dog on a lead is one of the easiest ways to help protect nature while ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.

Read more about mountain safety and local leash regulations.

If you find an injured animal or a loose dog

If you come across an injured farm animal or a loose dog in grazing areas, please report it as soon as possible.

Hemsedal Farmers' Association
Chair: Arne Smøttebråten
Phone: +47 909 65 552

Hemsedal Sheep Collection Association
Chair: Karin Vøllo
Phone: +47 970 38 095

The Sheep Collection Association can also scan loose dogs for a microchip to help identify the owner.

To report a loose dog or injured wildlife, contact the Norwegian Police on 02800.

Nature Rangers

Hemsedal's Nature Rangers work to ensure that outdoor recreation, farming and wildlife can thrive side by side.

You'll often meet them on trails and in popular outdoor areas, where they provide information, answer questions and help visitors enjoy nature responsibly.

Don't hesitate to stop for a chat if you see them out in the mountains.