Supporter Guide
👏🎉 Cheering is allowed—and highly encouraged!
In trail running, cheering is an essential part of the event atmosphere. Encouragement along the course can give runners that extra boost they need on a long journey. A smile, applause, a cheer, or even a sign by the trail can make a runner’s day so much better.
Supporters are warmly welcome to follow the race and help create a great vibe. Please remember to cheer safely: give runners space to move, choose safe spots to cheer, and follow the organizers’ instructions.
Thank you for helping make the event unforgettable for everyone! đź’š
📅 Check the full event schedule 👉 here!
Runner Assistance & Aid Stations
⛺🤝 Please note that assisting and supporting runners is only allowed at official aid stations.
We follow trail running etiquette. đź’š Of course, participants who have withdrawn from the race may be assisted.
Check all aid station locations 👉 here!
đźš— It is recommended to avoid driving private cars on roads leading to the Karhunkierros trail, as parking is very limited. The event organizer recommends using the free shuttle buses for supporters. You can easily reach the Basecamp and Konttainen aid stations by shuttle buses departing from Ruka Pedestrian Village.
❤️‍🩹 Safety
📱 Event hotline: 040 6605 281
If you encounter a runner in need of help on the course 👉
In serious emergencies, first call the general emergency number 112. Then contact the event hotline at 040 6605 281. You can find your coordinates on the kilometer markers along the route.
Important Notes for Spectators Along the Route
- There may still be snow in Kuusamo in May, and rivers can be flooded—exercise extreme caution at all river and stream crossings.
- Temperatures in May can drop below freezing.
- Take extra care when crossing roads.
- The route passes through Oulanka National Park—movement is only allowed on marked trails.
- Leave no trace—please dispose of trash at aid stations.
đź“Ť Results & Live Tracking
You can follow the event, runners’ performances, and GPS tracking via the event website and NUTS social media channels once the race starts.
🚌 Free Shuttle Buses for Supporters (Saturday)
Shuttle: Ruka – Basecamp – Ruka
The shuttle runs between Ruka and Basecamp, transporting supporters according to the schedule below.
In Ruka, the shuttle bus stop is located at the Kumpare turnaround, on the Kumpare side (near Ruka Suites/Kotipizza). Look for the large sign: NUTS Shuttle (the same area is also used for race start buses).
| Shuttle La 23.5.2026 Basecamp lähtöaika | |
| Ruka →JuumaBasecamp | JuumaBasecamp →Ruka (K via Konttainen) |
| 7.00 | 7.30 |
| 8.15 | 8.45 |
| 9.30 | 10.00 |
| 10.15 | 10.45 |
| 10.45 | 11.15 |
| 11.15 | 11.45 K |
| 12.00 | 12.30 K |
| 12.30 | 13.00 K |
| 13.15 | 13.45 K |
| 13.45 | 14.15 K |
| 14.30 | 15.00 K |
| 15.45 | 16.15 K |
| 17.00 | 17.30 K |
| 18.15 | 18.45 K |
Shuttle Ruka-Konttainen-Ruka
Bus operates from Ruka to Konttainen and back transporting supporters with timetable below.
| Shuttle La 23.5.2026 Konttainen lähtöaika | |
| Ruka →Konttainen (B via Basecamp) | Konttainen →Ruka |
| 11.15 B | 12.15 |
| 12.00 B | 13.00 |
| 12.30 B | 13.30 |
| 13.15 B | 14.15 |
| 13.45 B | 14.45 |
| 14.30 B | 15.30 |
| 15.45 B | 16.45 |
| 17.00 B | 18.00 |
| 18.15 B | 19.15 |
| 19.30 | 19.45 |
đźš—Arriving by car:
We recommend using the official shuttle buses for supporters. If you choose to travel by private car, please consider carpooling due to limited parking availability. Keep in mind that the roads are also used by other traffic, so do not park in a way that blocks the road.
You can access the Arctic circle aid station directly by car—please note that parking is limited. See the location of the Arctic circle aid station.
When heading to the Oulanka aid station, note that on Friday from 16.00 to 20.00, parking is in Käylä, with shuttle transport to Oulanka running every 20 minutes.
Supporters can reach the Basecamp aid station on foot from the parking area at the Pieni Karhunkierros trail starting point. The distance from the parking area via the Juuma suspension bridge to the aid station is approximately 1.2 km. The road leading to Basecamp aid station, Myllykoskentie, will be closed to extra traffic during the event, starting from the intersection of Puurosuontie and Juumantie.
🍴The restaurant at the Basecamp aid station will be open during the event on 22–23 May, at 10:00–20:00.
Check out more information here!
At the Konttainen aid station, parking is along the northern side of Virkkulantie (8694)—see the map for details.
Access routes for emergency vehicles must be kept clear.