[9-3] Gjevilvassdalen is a rich cultural landscape. [9-4] This part of the Trollheimen mountain range is particularly well-known for its interesting geology and plant life, and here there are many fine opportunities for outings to various destinations. [9-5] The trips to Blåhø, Gjevilvass-kamman and Okla are described in TT's handbook, 1994, Sylene and Trollheimen. [9-6] In addition, we recommend the book by Harald Taagvold and Kjell Haugland, Gjevilvassdalen, an introduction to nature and culture, Oppdal Upper Secondary School 1993. [9-7] Number of km indicates the length of the trip. [9-8]
[9-9] 1. Trip to the summit of Blåhø, a little more than 20 km, great differences in altitude, partially on a marked trail. [9-10] Follow the trail markers toward Trollheim Lodge to the lower Kam pond. [9-11] The area of Gjevilvasskamman - Blåhø has rich and interesting plant life. [9-12] On the hillside just before the lower Kam pond, there is a botanical garden, where name plates have been posted next to many of the mountain plants. [9-13] Climb the steep incline up from the lake and follow the gully on the inner side of the edge up the steep slope and on to the summit. [9-14] Same way down. [9-15] In winter, the trip is done up to Svarthamran north of Blåhø. [9-16] Climb the steep incline up over the "rooftop" of Speilsalen / Blåsalen and up to the northern ridge of Blåhø. [9-17] Or circle in from the "back side" of Blåhø and climb to the summit from there. [9-18] The trip to the summit may also be done during the wintertime from Kam pond, but in this case, up from the inner area of Upper Kam pond. [9-19] It is good to make the descent this way. [9-20]
[9-21] 2. Trip to the summit of Okla and Høgsnydda, over 15 km from Lanoddsetra, largely along a marked trail. [9-22] Get boat or car transportation to Langodden on the other side of the lake. [9-23] Follow the marked trail toward Bårdsgarden to Okla and continue on to Høgsnydda. [9-24] The same route is followed during wintertime. [9-25] Even though Gjevil Lake is regulated, there is seldom a problem with surface water. [9-26]
[9-27] 3. To Speilsalen / Blåsalen, approx. 20 km, off the marked trail. [9-28] Follow the trail markers toward Trollheim Lodge as far as Gravbekken and walk along Blåhø Pond on the eastern side. [9-29] At the northeast end of the pond, there are 3 hunting pits for reindeer about 100 m from the water's edge. [9-30] Follow the stream uphill to Svartjørnin. [9-31] The cavities formed where the brook flows under a solid snowdrift between the southernmost of the two ponds are large in some years and comprise Blåsalen in the south and Speilsalen in the north. [9-32]
[9-33] 4. To Trollkyrkja at Langtjørna, approx. 18 km, off the marked trail. [9-34] Cut diagonally up behind the lodge, round Svahøa on the southern side, walk in along the eastern side of Svahøa and descend to the southern end of Langtjørna. [9-35] Trollkyrkja is a cave in the mountainside and is well worth a visit. It lies at 1000 meters altitude up from the brook from Nonshø-tjønna, about 500 meters due east of the south end of Langtjørna. [9-36] There is a steep talus on the last stretch up toward the hollow, but it is not so bad that one can't easily cross it. [9-37] The return trip can be done the same way, or else via Grøndal on the northern side of Tyrikvamfjellet and down the marked trail from Jøldal Lodge. [9-38]
[9-39] 5. To Tyrikvamfjellet, approx. 8 km, off the marked trail. [9-40] Tyrikvamfjellet has rich plant life. [9-41] Cut diagonally up from the lodge to the valley between Tyrikvamfjellet and Svahøa. [9-42] Take the smaller paths and "botanize" your way up to the summit. [9-43] Continue your plant inspections down the western side of the mountain. [9-44] Cut diagonally in a northwest direction down from the summit and follow the marked trail from Jøldalen back. [9-45]
[9-46] 6. To Heimre Gjevilvasskamman , approx. 15 km, partially off the marked trail. [9-47] Follow the trail markers toward Trollheimshytta up along Gravbekken until it curves off toward the north. [9-48] Find a suitable place to cross the brook by stepping from stone to stone, or wade across. [9-49] Climb up to the ridge of nearer of the two lakes. [9-50] The last bluffs before the summit must be climbed. [9-51] Bear to the left past the last of the bluffs. [9-52] Those who do not like to mountain-climb in wind should stop at the plateau before the bluffs. [9-53] The tallest summit may also be reached by an approach from the lower mountain pond. [9-54]
[9-55] 7. To Middle and Inner Gjevillvasskamman, approx. 25 km to and from the middle pond, partially off the marked trail. [9-56] Follow the trail markers toward Trollheim Lodge up to Riaren. [9-57] Cut across to the strip between the lower and middle pond. [9-58] Ascend steeply from here and eventually cut diagonally across the snow and up to the summit of the middle ridge. [9-59] The snow is steep here both summer and winter. [9-60] Even though this passage is relatively safe from avalanches, it is recommended not to go here during avalanche periods in the winter. [9-61] Excellent view from the top. [9-62] The trip to the summit of the middle ridge is recommended on the same excursion. [9-63] In the TT book Sylene and Trollheimen, a climbing trips from Gjevilvatnet up the ridge to both summits. [9-64]
[9-65 |] Roar Nålsund / Erik Stabell