Parika Väikejärve study trail (there and back 3 km)

The study trail is well known for the small heart-shaped bog lake. The aerial photo of the lake decorates many publications of Viljandi County. The trail is excellent for groups, because the wood-chip path to the lake is wide enough.

This 3 km there-and-back study trail near Viljandi is famous for its small heart-shaped bog lake, Parika Väikejärv, whose aerial photo adorns many publications about Viljandi County. A wide wood-chip path through bog pine forest leads to the lake, making it suitable for groups and for people with limited mobility. Around it grow pine woods rich in bilberries, and further into the bog there are cloudberries and cranberries. A pier with a ladder invites a swim, said to be rejuvenating. A short boardwalk leads to the pools, and carved wooden posts carry the boards.