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Storhøvda/Storhovda 1075 masl - Topp20 Hemsedal

Difficulty
Medium
Distance
3.6km
Time
2h
Elevation
207m
Descent
207m
Highest altitude
1075m
Lowest altitude
841m
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Dog-friendly
Scenic
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Out and back
Family-friendly
Flora

One of our most popular walks for both families and friends. At the top, 1075 masl, you'll get a 360 view over Skogshødn, Lykkja, Hydnefossen waterfall and the many mountain lakes in the area. 

Images

View from the top
View from the top
Foot path to Storhøvda
Foot path to Storhøvda
Photoframe towards Skogshødn
Photoframe towards Skogshødn
View towards Hydnefossen and Veslehødn
View towards Hydnefossen and Veslehødn
View from Storhøvda towards Skogshødn
View from Storhøvda towards Skogshødn

"An easy hike with a fantastic view". 

You start the hike by a gravel road past a small mountain lake the trail turn up into the forest. Once you reach the top you will get a fantastic view of the mountain Skogshødn, the waterfall Hydnefossen, Lykkjas lake area and the valley westwards. There is a wooden frame on the top toward the waterfall that makes the perfect picture spot! 

 

Author's advice

If you want a longer hike and want a round trip, continue walking towards the Topp20 peak Geiteberget, also a stunning viewpoint in Hemsedal, and walk Gravsetåsen back to your parking - roundtrip Gravsetåsen.

Turn-by-turn directions

The hike starts on a gravel road from the parking. After a short kilometre, the dirt road ends and the trail continues up into the forest above some cabins. Follow the marked trail upwards. As you approach the top, the trail flattens slightly. Return the same way.

Safety information

  • A topographic hiking map may be handy.
  • The trail can become very slippery in the rain.

Map

Topographical map of hiking trails, cycling routes and cross country tracks in Hemsedal is for sale at Hemsedal Tourist Office.

Directions

From the town centre, follow Rv 52 east to Ulsåk where you turn off towards Lykkja. After approx. 5 km, at Gravset Skiarena, there is a car park on the left with the sign Storhøvda.

Parking

Parking on the left side of the road at Gravset. (Vipps payment for Norwegians).