[23-3] From Nedalshytta, there are many day-trip opportunities, both long and challenging ones to the summits in the Syl massif and to closer destinations in the valley. [23-4] The easy access and proximity to lakes in many directions make the terrain around Nedalshytta very suitable for outings with children. [23-5] Within a radius of a couple of kilometers, there are several «easy» destinations. [23-6] If you come here during the month of August, you can return home with both cloudberries and Arctic char in your rucksack. [23-7]
[23-8 |] 1. Evening trip to Neklumpen, 1014 m. [23-9] A visit to the «neighboring mountain» just behind the lodge is feasible for most people. [23-10] The trip is an easy hike for children and can be a nice evening excursion, including a sunset and beautiful view out over Nesjøen, Nordskardsfjellet and of course up toward the Syl massif. [23-11] In terms of a view, the trip offers great rewards for modest effort. [23-12] Length approx. 4 km round trip. [23-13]
[23-14 |] 2. Trip to the waterfall at Ekorråa/Ikornåa [23-15] The waterfall is worth a visit, especially when the rapids are strong. [23-16] Follow the path toward (Sylstationen) approx. 500 m before you turn off to the right toward the river. [23-17] The elevation of the waterfall is about 15 meters. [23-18] At the base, there is a deep pool that can be used for swimming. [23-19] It is about 2 meters at its deepest point, but it has no surrounding beach, so that children should be between 8 - 10 years of age to swim here. [23-20]
[23-21 |] 3. Pool trip to Nordskardsfjellet [23-22] This is an excellent trip for families. [23-23] It begins from the Sylsjø road and has an approach of a couple of kilometers along Geitbekken before you come to the first of a series of nice, shallow pools in the stream. [23-24] The outing is best on a warm summer day. [23-25] The water comes from melting snowdrifts beneath the summit, and the flat rocks on both sides are easy to walk on. [23-26]
[23-27 |] Fishing trips [23-28] Children under 16 years of age may fish without paying for a fishing license. [23-29] Fishing in Nesjøen is recommended. [23-30] It is permitted to fish with a rod from land. [23-31] After August 15, the general public is permitted to use nets, for those who want to stock up on food supplies. [23-32] If you want to use a boat, one can be borrowed from Nesjøen Boat Rental, which is located a little more than 2 km south of the tourist lodge. [23-33] Otherwise, there are a number of large and small lakes from the lodge in toward Sylsjøn. [23-34]
[23-35 |] Cloudberry outings [23-36] From the first half of August, the cloudberries are ripe and may be plentiful in Nedalen. [23-37] The terrain along Nesjøen may have a good yield if nature has been generous, whether one wants to fill one's stomach directly, or pails, or both. [23-38]
[23-39 |] Winter: [23-40] Nedal Lodge is more difficult to get to in the winter, so it is not so suitable for a weekend of activities and excursions with children. [23-41] But here, too, there are many nice opportunities for activities and short outings. [23-42] The terrain both at the lodge, in toward Sysjøen and up the gully toward Skardøra is sheltered, varied and exciting for both hiking and skiing fun. [23-43] Here we also find sheltered spots for rest stops and campfires. [23-44]
[23-45 |] Maps: [23-46] Trip map 1:100 000 Sylene or 1:50 000 Stugusjø and Esandsjøen. [23-47]
[23-48 |] Roar Nålsund