The best camper-accessible hiking trails in Southern & Northern Sweden

Evelina Hjortskog

12.12.2025

∼ 15 min. read

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Sweden is a country with great contrasts, ranging from green, open fields in the south to mountainous terrain in the north and vast stretches of forest in between. It is the perfect country to visit for nature lovers, and there is no better way to experience nature up close than by exploring in a campervan. In this article, we will help you find the most camper-accessible hiking trails in Southern and Northern Sweden, so you can get out there and enjoy what this beautiful country has to offer.

Table of contents: The best camper-accessible hiking trails in Southern & Northern Sweden

Hiking Trails in Southern Sweden

Österlenleden

Difficulty: Easy to moderate

Distance: 103km (64.4 miles)

Österlenleden (The Österlen Trail) is a long-distance trail with many short loop or day hikes, which makes it a great area to explore with a campervan. It is a circular trail that starts in the town of Ystad and returns to the same point.

The many trails that you can choose from on this trail will take you through white sand coastal dunes, cute apple orchards, lush green beech forests, and open farmland. It truly will show you the picturesque beauty of Southern Sweden.

The trail features a mix of paths, forest roads, and beaches, making it perfect for casual day hikers and families. It is well marked with orange circles indicating the path to follow.

Highlights

Ales Stenar, Sweden's best-preserved stone ship, made up of 59 standing stones.
The white beach of Sandhammaren.
Picturesque apple orchards around Kivik.

Camper Access:

The trail passes through several villages and towns, including Kivik, Simrishamn, Brösarp, and Ystad, all of which have public parking areas, and some have designated camper-friendly sites.

The Österlen region is home to charming and well-equipped campgrounds, such as Kiviks Familjecamping, Borrby Strand, and Brösarps Stugby & Camping, which offer easy overnighting near trail access points.

You can park at trailheads or near beaches and nature reserves, then walk short trails as day hikes.

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Söderåsen National Park

Difficulty: Easy, moderate or hard

Distance: Shortest trail: 1.1km (0.68 miles), Longest trail: 24.8km (15.4 miles)

Söderåsen National Park offers a variety of beautiful trails. Many hikes within the park are loop trails that return to the same parking area, making them perfect for camper-based travelers.

Söderåsen is home to dramatic ravines and tranquil, lush green beech forests that will make you relax and unwind from the world around you. Due to the ravines, the park also offers one of the most stunning viewpoints in southern Sweden.

Highlights

Kopparhatten Loop (3–5 km), which offers incredible panoramic views.
Skäralid Ravine Trail (4–7 km), a trail through the canyon-like valley and dense forest.

Camper Access:

The Skäralid Entrance is the main starting point of the park and features a large, organised car park that accommodates campervans. While staying overnight in the main lot isn't allowed, there are nearby campgrounds, such as First Camp Röstånga–Söderåsen and Ljungbyheds Camping, that provide spaces for camper travellers. The campgrounds are only a few minutes away from the trailheads.

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Store Mosse National Park

Difficulty: Easy to moderate

Distance: 40km (24.8 miles)

Store Mosse National Park is a vast area with trails ranging from short 500m boardwalks to longer loops. Store Mosse is Sweden’s largest southern bogland, showcasing wide open spaces, birdwatching towers, and peaceful boardwalks across the wetlands.

The trails are well-marked, and the park offers flat and scenic terrain. There are accessible boardwalks throughout the bog and simple forest loops, making this park perfect for both seasoned hikers and families alike. The majority of trails are loops that start and end at the parking lot, making sure that you return to your camper easily.

Highlights

The Kävsjön loop, which will take you approximately 12 km on flat terrain, and if you are lucky, you can spot cranes and eagles.

Camper Access:

The main entrance, located near the Naturum visitor centre, offers free public parking, as well as designated spaces suitable for campervans. The Naturum visitor centre also offers toilets, information, exhibits, as well as picnic and fire pits at the parking area.
Overnight stays in campers are restricted in the park, but there are nearby campsites, such as Store Mosse tent sites (Svänö, Lövö, Kittlakull), Björsbo Forest & Lake Hideaways, Store Mosse Campio and Flatens Camping, where you can spend the night.

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Stenshuvud National Park

Difficulty: Easy to moderate

Distance: Main loop: 9.2km (5.7 miles)

Stenshuvud National Park is part of the longer-distance trails, the Österlen trail and Skåneleden trail. However, due to its magnificent nature and beauty, it is worth visiting in and of itself. The trails in Stenshuvud National Park are of varying lengths, ranging from short loops to steep hill climbs. The trails are easily accessible from the park entrances.

The park is unique in its combination of sandy beaches, forest and viewpoints overlooking the ocean.

Highlights

Stenshuvud summit trail (2–4 km round trip), a short but scenic walk to a fantastic viewpoint.
Stenshuvud loop (9.2km loop), takes you through the whole park.

Camper Access:

There is a large free public parking lot at the main southern entrance, which also hosts the Naturum visitor centre. The centre offers toilets, picnic areas, and information. For overnight stays, there is an official campsite at the northern entrance (Hällevik), where you can spend the night. Alternatively, there are also campgrounds in nearby towns such as Kivik or Simrishamn.

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Kullaberg Nature Reserve

Difficulty: Moderate to hard

Distance: Shortest trail: 1km (0.62 miles), Longest trail: 20.8km (12.9 miles)

Kullaberg Nature Reserve is one of the most dramatic and arguably stunning hikes in southern Sweden. With coastal cliffs overlooking the sea, caves, and panoramic coastal trails, combined with beautiful forests, Kullaberg offers world-class experiences.

Although Kullaberg offers some easier hikes, the majority of them are moderate to hard, which should be taken into consideration.

Highlights

Kullens Fyr to Josefinelust, a 3–5 km coastal route with side trails to sea caves.
Panoramic spots like Håkull offering stunning ocean views.
Silver Cave, once carved out by Danish people, in the hopes of finding silver.

Camper Access:

There are large, designated parking spots for day parking at the road’s end near Kullen Lighthouse and other trailhead car parks such as Himmelstorp and Björkeröd. The Naturum visitor centre, located by the lighthouse, offers trail information, restrooms, and exhibits.

For overnight camping, there is a nearby campsite called First Camp Mölle–Höganäs.

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Hiking Trails in Northern Sweden

Abisko National Park

Difficulty: Easy, moderate or hard

Distance: Shortest trail: 1.6km (0.99 miles), Longest trail: 30.4km (18.9 miles)

Abisko is primarily known for being the starting point for the renowned Kungsleden trail. Abisko is also one of Sweden’s most popular hiking destinations due to its dramatic mountain scenery and stunning landscape.

Abisko offers a wide variety of trails, allowing you to choose the difficulty based on your fitness and energy level.

Highlights

Abisko to Lake Torneträsk, a beautiful hike to the sixth largest body of water in Sweden.
Short loops around Abiskojåkka canyon (1.6km loop), showcasing dramatic cliffs and a turquoise-colored river flowing through.

Camper Access:

Abisko has dedicated parking areas for day parking. Although overnight parking is prohibited in the National Park, there are nearby campgrounds, such as Björkliden and Stugby & Camping.

Abisko Turiststation also offers amenities such as toilets and a restaurant.

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Skuleskogen National Park

Difficulty: Easy, moderate or hard

Distance: Total 30km (18.6 miles) of marked trails

Skuleskogen National Park is part of the UNESCO-listed High Coast, making it a very unique destination. The national park features massive granite cliffs, deep crevasses and panoramic viewpoints over the Baltic Sea. The park has a diverse ecosystem, offering hikers the opportunity to explore ancient forests, troll-like spruce stands, shorelines, and caves.

Whether you're after a quick coastal stroll to a sandy beach or a more challenging summit trek, Skuleskogen offers it all.

Highlights

Slåttdalsskrevan, a 40-meter-deep and 200-meter-long crevice that cuts the mountain in half; the best part is that you can walk through it.
Explore Bronze Age cairns perched on ancient shorelines

Camper Access:

The park has two entrances, one located in the north and the other in the south, both of which offer day and overnight parking for campervans. The northern parking is equipped with dry toilets, waste bins, picnic tables, and barbecue spots.

Both main park entrances link directly to the popular Höga Kustenleden and scenic trail loops, making it a perfect place to visit with a camper van.

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Muddus/Muttos National Park

Difficulty: Moderate to hard

Distance: Total 50km (31 miles) of trails

Muddus/Muttos National Park offers stunning old-growth pine forest, bogs, deep ravines, waterfalls, and Sweden’s oldest pine tree, all within a large 49,000-hectare UNESCO-protected reserve. The trails vary from easier lakeside loops to deeper hikes into box canyons, and scenic routes to birdwatching towers at Lake Muttosluoppal.

Muddus/Muttos National Park offers a serene and secluded experience in one of Sweden’s most pristine northern parks.

Highlights

Muttosluoppal loop, an easy-to-moderate trail, offering a remote experience.
Muddusfallet waterfall, a beautiful waterfall near Jokkmokk.

Camper Access:

Skájdde entrance road allows vehicles to drive all the way into the park, with a dedicated parking area equipped with toilets and visitor info. Just outside the park, there are remote parking spots, for example, near Aspudden, a quiet lakeside area that’s motorhome-accessible and perfect for overnight stays.

Compared to the other trails on this list, the amenities around this area are more limited, so it's advisable to stock up beforehand.

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Fulufjället National Park

Difficulty: Easy, moderate or hard

Distance: Shortest trail: 2.1km (1.3 miles), Longest trail: 46.7km (29 miles)

Fulufjället National Park is a mountain plateau characterised by stunning sandstone terrain and a diverse lichen flora. It is also home to Sweden's highest waterfall, Njupeskär. The nature is varied, and you can hike through wetland boardwalks, ancient forests, as well as alpine and rocky terrain. The park is also home to Old Tjikko, a tree that is over 9,500 years old, making it one of the oldest trees in the world.

Fulufjället offers a variety of trails, ranging from easier loops around the waterfall to more challenging alpine treks. Fulufjället offers routes for families, beginners, and experienced hikers alike

Highlights

Njupeskär Waterfall loop, walking alongside the roaring waterfall is an incredible experience.
Rösjöarna, if you are looking for longer hikes.

Camper Access:

There are multiple entrance parking lots throughout the park, including the main Naturum/Njupeskär entrance and minor access points such as Brottbäckstugan. You are not allowed to stay there overnight, but there are nearby campsites in Mörkret, Gördalen, and Särna that offer electricity, toilets, and showers.

The Naturum visitor centre at Mörkret provides trail maps, exhibits, toilets, and a café.