Ørådalen – woodland walks south of Trysil

Enjoy a peaceful woodland walk in Ørådalen, just south of Trysil centre. Here you will find both a longer, more undulating circular route through old forest and a shorter option for those who want an easier walk.

Ørådalen is a great walking area if you want to experience a quieter side of Trysil without travelling far from the centre. The trails run through woodland terrain with sheltered sections, old forest and small viewpoints along the way.

Long circular route in Ørådalen

The long circular route is the main walk in the area and is ideal if you want a varied woodland walk with a little more distance and elevation gain. The route is 5.5 kilometres long, has 254 metres of elevation gain and runs through undulating terrain south of Trysil centre.

Although the walk is not especially long, it has enough elevation gain to feel like a proper hike. Along the way, the terrain varies between easier woodland sections, old forest and more undulating parts.

Viewpoint towards the power station

Along the route, you come to a viewpoint towards Trysil’s first power station. This is a nice place to stop, but take care if you move closer to the edge, as the terrain drops steeply towards the power station.

Short circular route as an easier option

If you want a shorter and easier walk, there is also a short circular route in Ørådalen. It is 1.9 kilometres long, has less elevation gain and is a good choice if you want an easy woodland walk with the same start and finish point.

Start and practical information

Both routes start at Trysil Hyttegrend Øråneset, around 2.8 kilometres south of Trysil centre along the road towards Nybergsund. The long circular route takes around 2.5 hours, depending on pace, breaks and conditions.