Smørstabbtinden Hike: Tromsø Trail Guide

There are such a lot of lovely hikes in Tromsø and the encircling islands! The Smørstabben hike on Kvaløya is only one of them!

This hike is fairly straightforward with just a few brief sections which can be steep. Alongside the best way, you’ll stroll alongside Storvatnet and the river popping out of it, head up by way of a forest and at last attain Smørstabbvatnet earlier than climbing to Smørstabben peak which sits at round 420 metres above sea degree.

We didn’t see anybody else on this hike and it was tremendous peaceable. When you’re in search of new routes to hike in Tromsø then try this one!

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Mountain climbing Smørstabben

Smørstabben interprets actually as “stick of butter”. I don’t suppose meaning a lot relating to the hike however maybe you’ll see what it means!

Ranging from the trailhead simply off the street in direction of Grøtfjord, you’ll head on the small path proper subsequent to the lake.

The path winds across the lake because it turns right into a river and over some rocky terrain.

You’ll quickly see a little bit hut within the forest! It is a non-public cabin however it appears tremendous cute and it’d be so good to spend a day right here with a campfire.

There’s a small bridge that helps you cross over the river. The bridge is closest to the lake so you might must backtrack if you happen to missed it!

When you’ve crossed the bridge you’ll begin climbing up by way of the forest.

Quickly, you’ll come out of the timber and begin seeing a number of the lovely views! You’ll be able to see Grøtfjord seaside under you and don’t overlook to look behind you for views of Storvatnet (the lake you began at).

There are numerous paths which have been made round this space and you may select which one makes probably the most sense for you. Strive to not make any extra although because it damages the panorama.

We went off to the precise to start out, the place we got here throughout lake Smørstabbvatnet. It was already froze after we hiked Smørstabben in late October however nonetheless tremendous fairly.

From right here, we looped again round to hike as much as Smørstabben. Right here you look proper over the fjords and different surrounding islands. It’s tremendous fairly!

Proceed the loop as marked on my AllTrails map and head again down by way of the forest on the identical path you walked up on.

When you’ve bought time earlier than it’s worthwhile to head again to Tromsø I’d suggest heading out to Grøtfjord. The seaside right here is gorgeous and there are bathrooms and fireplace pits. It’s also possible to camp on the seaside for a small charge.

Smørstabben hike stats

• Distance: 7km
• Period: 1.5-3 hours
• Issue: Straightforward-moderate
• Elevation: 400m
• Smørstabben trail map

Learn how to get to the Smørstabben trailhead

There’s a very small parking area for Smørstabben. While you get to the trailhead be sure to park nicely so you permit area for every other hikers than may flip up.

The Smørstabben hike parking zone is simply off the 7768 to the precise earlier than you arrive at Grøtfjord seaside. It’s round a 45-minute drive from Tromsø.

You’ll be able to see the beginning of the path on my AllTrails trail map for the Smørstabban hike.

What to know earlier than climbing in Tromsø

There are some vital issues you need to know earlier than occurring a hike in Tromsø.

• All the time observe depart no hint ethics. Undecided what these are? Get a refresher here.
• Keep in mind to respect the terrain, atmosphere, and different customers when you are having fun with the paths.
• Comply with the three Ts—journey planning, coaching, and taking the necessities.
• Don’t depart house with out your 10 necessities. They may save your life!