A hiking adventure: Heilhornet 1058 masl

Heilhornet towers 1,058 meters above sea level, dominating southern Helgeland’s and northern Trøndelag’s lower coastal landscapes. It’s a beautiful but challenging hike through steep and demanding terrain.

Key info

Difficulty: Challenging. Steep hike with some exposed sections and areas that require navigating rocky terrain.
Distance one way: Roughly 5 km
Elevation gain one way: 1002 meters
Duration one way: 2-4 hours
Season: May-November, depending on the snow
Trailhead: Parking is available right next to the bridge over Hornelva. Please note that the parking area is relatively small, and parking along the road is not permitted. Park considerately to ensure there is space for everyone.
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Hike description

Helhornet is one of the highest and most impressive mountains in southern Helgeland, rising as a steep and sharp ridge on the Bindal peninsula. The hike to the summit is popular and demanding, especially the final section, which is very steep and exposed.

The trail begins at Hornelva, right next to the parking area. Be aware that the parking lot is small, so please park considerately, to allow space for others. From here, the trail climbs steeply through the forest before leveling out above the tree line at around 300 meters of elevation.

On the flat section, you’ll pass a small lake where you can refill your water bottles before facing another ascent that takes you up to the Hornfjellet plateau, just below the summit. If you don’t want to go all the way to the top, it can be rewarding to hike only to Hornfjellet.

The section from Hornfjellet to the summit of Heilhornet is steep and demanding. The trail passes through a lot of rocky terrain, and the final stretch can be uncomfortable if you have a little bit of a (or more) fear of heights.

From the summit, you can enjoy a stunning view of the Trøndelag coast to the southwest, the Helgeland coast to the north, and the Bindal peninsula.

Check the hike description on UT.no
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Please contribute to sustainable tourism

Thank you for respecting the local communities, and for helping us preserve the natural beauty of Helgeland!

Please:

Strive to leave no trace of your visit. Bring back all your rubbish, including used toilet paper, and discard it in the nearest rubbish bin.
Plan your toilet visits and use the opportunity when you pass a toilet. In the wilderness, make sure you are not a nuisance to others.
Respect the local wildlife. Keep a good distance from wildlife, livestock and birds. Keep your dog leashed.
Respect private property. Keep a respectful distance from houses and cabins.
Show good boating sense. Keep a good distance from shore and drive at a low speed, especially when you are close to anyone or anything on the water, including birds or animals. Avoid loud and disturbing engine noise. Be aware that some islands and nature reserves are important nesting sites, and that going ashore is prohibited during the nesting season.
Follow the Norwegian Mountain Code (Fjellvettreglene). Plan your excursion according to the weather forecast, your skills and experience.
Join a guided excursion or consider hiring an experienced guide, especially when you don’t have sufficient experience or knowledge to guarantee a safe trip.

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