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Western Capercaillie Lek Hides – Kuusamo

Outside, 26 km from Valtavaaran ja Pyhävaaran luonnonsuojelualueby Kuusamo Nature Photography

Overnight capercaillie lek hides 20km from Kuusamo. Season April 20–May 20 (12-14 hour sessions). Guided in and out — mandatory briefing for first-timers. Single hides mostly with double option for couples. Private hire available. The capercaillie lek is one of the most dramatic wildlife spectacles in Europe — males display from midnight onwards. Highly reviewed: photographers reporting birds within feet of the hide.

Species

Black Grouse
Western Capercaillie
Willow Ptarmigan

Months

January, closed
February, closed
March, closed
April, open
May, open
June, closed
July, closed
August, closed
September, closed
October, closed
November, closed
December, closed

Apr, May