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Comprehensive Geographic Profile and Mapped Boundaries of Fulufjället National Park

This geographic profile examines the structural composition of Fulufjället National Park in Dalarna County, Sweden. The data provides a technical overview of its 385 square kilometer footprint, elevation spans reaching 1042 meters, and identified natural landmarks including the Njupeskär waterfall and various mountain peaks.

Stylized illustration of a waterfall flowing from rocky cliffs into a river, surrounded by forest and hills

Sweden's southernmost mountain park with the country's tallest waterfall and one of the world's oldest trees

Fulufjället National Park

Fulufjället National Park is a protected mountain area in northwestern Dalarna County, Sweden, established in 2002 and representing the southernmost extension of the Scandinavian Mountains in the country. The park covers 385 square kilometers of high plateau terrain centered around Fulufjället mountain at 1,044 meters elevation, deeply gouged by river valleys flowing toward the Dalälven river system. Its landscape is characterized by extensive lichen-covered heaths, bare mountain plateaus, and valleys harboring dense old-growth forests of Scots pine, Norway spruce, and moor birch. The park shares its border with Norway's Fulufjellet National Park, creating a coordinated transboundary protection of the entire massif. Notable attractions include Njupeskär, Sweden's highest waterfall at 93 meters with a 70-meter free fall, and Old Tjikko, a Norway spruce clone estimated at 9,550 years old, recognized as one of the oldest living trees on Earth.

Location
Sweden
Park type
National park
Established
2002
Area
385 km²
Highest point
1,042 m
Fulufjället National Park Protected Landscape
Location overview

Transboundary Context within Sweden and Dalarna County

Geographic Boundaries and Regional Setting of Fulufjället National Park

Fulufjället National Park is situated within Dalarna County in Sweden. Geographic records detail its transboundary status across national borders without marine or coastal elements.
Countries
Sweden
Regions
Dalarna County
Primary location
Dalarna County
Geographic setting
Transboundary · Inland
Boundary and coordinates

Geographic footprint and spatial dimensions covering 385 square kilometers

Boundary Map and Spatial Limits of Fulufjället National Park

Interactive spatial mapping traces the park perimeter to provide essential geographic context. Structured data details the total area of 385 square kilometers alongside calculated center points and spatial spans.
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Boundary area
384.6 km²
Boundary perimeter
103 km
Northernmost point
61.6755° N
Southernmost point
61.3903° N
Easternmost point
12.9384° E
Westernmost point
12.5133° E
Geographic centre
61.5456° N, 12.7394° E
North–south span
31.8 km
East–west span
22.6 km
Fulufjället
Elevation and terrain

Mountain relief metrics and recorded natural water and peak features

Fulufjället National Park Terrain and Elevation Range Geography

Recorded elevation metrics span from six hundred to one thousand forty two meters across the mountain terrain. Linked feature cards supply names, types, and spatial relationships for peaks, streams, and lakes.
Minimum elevation
600 m
Maximum elevation
1,042 m
Highest point
1,042 m

Selected named natural features

Peaks

Summelfjället

Streams

Getsjöbrunnan

Peaks

Summelhön

Rivers

Gira

Lakes

Styggåstjärnen

Viewpoints

Njupeskär

Environmental setting

Boreal mountain terrain, plateau relief, and major water systems

Fulufjället National Park Environmental Classification and Landscape Settings

Recorded landscape features, habitat types, and climate zones combine to frame the physical setting of Fulufjället National Park. Associated classifications connect individual environmental records directly to broader atlas destinations.
Relief
Mountain
Climate
Boreal
Water
Major water bodies
Forest cover
Partial forest
Seasonality
Seasonal

Landscape features

Mountains · Plateau · Valleys · Forest · Wetland · Lakes · Rivers · Waterfalls · Cliffs · Bog

Habitat types

Boreal forest · Temperate coniferous forest · Montane forest · Wetland · Peatland · Riverine habitat · Lacustrine habitat

Park atlas

Explore the regional spread of protected landscapes and mountain terrain surrounding Fulufjället National Park, comparing features and geography.

Discover Other National Parks and Protected Areas Near Fulufjället

Continue exploring national parks and protected areas near Fulufjället National Park, tracing the distinct mountain plateaus, old-growth forests, and water features across Dalarna County. Compare these unique conservation landscapes and regional park geography to deepen your understanding of Sweden's protected wilderness atlas.
Watercolor illustration of a mountainous landscape with a lake, green fields, and pink flowers
National parkNorway
About 1.4 km away#1 closest

South

Fulufjellet National Park: Protected Boreal Forest Landscape and Regional Geography

Explore mapped boundaries, rolling terrain, and transboundary conservation.

Fulufjellet National Park offers a detailed look at a protected boreal forest ecosystem in southeastern Norway. This page details the park's gently rolling hills, dominated by Norway spruce and Scots pine, interspersed with lakes and peat bogs. It highlights the park's designation as a national park, its establishment in 2012, and its contiguous protected status with Sweden's Fulufjället National Park, contributing to a significant transboundary conservation area. Users can explore its geographic features and protected landscape context within Scandinavia.

Area
82.5 km²
Established
2012
IUCN
II
Relief
Mountain
Watercolor illustration showing green forests, a lake, and distant mountains under a light sky
National parkInnlandet
About 44 km away#2 closest

Northwest

Gutulia National Park: Protected Southernmost Mountain Birch Forest Landscape Atlas

Explore Norway's unique subarctic forest geography and park boundaries.

Gutulia National Park stands as a key protected area within Norway's Innlandet region, distinguished by its role in preserving the country's southernmost mountain birch forest ecosystem. Covering approximately 23 square kilometers, this national park provides critical insights into subarctic forest ecology at the southern extent of its natural range. MoriAtlas enables detailed exploration of its mapped terrain and geographic context, offering a valuable resource for understanding this significant protected landscape.

Area
23 km²
Established
1968
IUCN
II
Scope
Terrestrial
Watercolor illustration of rolling hills with soft pastel colors including pink, green, yellow, and blue
National parkDalarna County
53 km away#3 closest

North

Töfsingdalen National Park: Ancient Old-Growth Forest in Rugged Terrain

Remote protected landscape within Dalarna County, Sweden.

Töfsingdalen National Park showcases a rare example of an ancient, up-to-500-year-old pine forest thriving in extremely rugged, boulder-strewn valley terrain. This protected area, located in Sweden's Dalarna County, offers a glimpse into a near-wilderness landscape shaped by glacial forces and defined by its remoteness and ecological integrity. Discover the mapped park boundaries and the unique geographic context of this remarkably untouched natural reserve.

Area
16.15 km²
Established
1930
IUCN
II
Relief
Lowland
National parkInnlandet
About 65 km away#4 closest

North

Femundsmarka National Park: Exploring Norway's Distinctive Wetland and Boreal Protected Landscape

Mapped boundaries and regional geography in Innlandet.

Femundsmarka National Park in Innlandet, Norway, offers a profound look into a preserved wetland wilderness characterized by vast marshlands, numerous lakes, and scattered boreal forests. As a designated national park, its ecological significance is tied to the surrounding water systems and the unique landscape stretching towards the Swedish border. This entry provides detailed geographic context, mapping information, and an understanding of its protected area status, inviting exploration of its remote boreal terrain and notable wildlife habitats.

Area
573 km²
Established
1971
IUCN
II
Relief
Mixed relief
Watercolor painting showing green forests, rolling hills, and distant mountains under a pale sky
National parkSweden
74 km away#5 closest

Northeast

Sonfjället National Park: Mapped Alpine Terrain and Protected Landscape in Sweden

Explore the glacial geography and subalpine transition zones.

Sonfjället National Park is a key protected area in central Sweden, offering a unique glimpse into an alpine environment shaped by glacial forces. The park's landscape is characterized by the prominent Sånfjället mountain, steep glacial valleys, mires, and small lakes, showcasing raw, natural terrain. As a southern outpost for subalpine ecosystems, it presents a distinct ecological transition zone valuable for geographic discovery and understanding protected nature.

IUCN
II
Watercolor illustration of a lake surrounded by trees and distant hills with a soft sky
National parkGävleborg County
99 km away#6 closest

East

Hamra National Park: Ancient Forests, Mires, and Protected Landscape in Gävleborg County

Discover pristine Swedish nature and mapped park boundaries.

Hamra National Park in Gävleborg County, Sweden, protects an extraordinary natural landscape. At its heart lies a distinct moraine hill adorned with some of central Sweden's oldest coniferous trees, some reaching 400 years. Surrounding this ancient forest is a vast, unbroken expanse of mire and wetland, a landscape preserved from drainage and modification. This park offers a profound insight into pristine ecosystems and geographic context, making it a key destination for atlas exploration of protected natural areas.

Area
13.83 km²
Established
1909
IUCN
II
Relief
Lowland
Nature reserveInnlandet
About 114 km away#7 closest

Southwest

Åkersvika naturreservat: Protected Wetland Ecosystems and Geography in Innlandet

A vital Ramsar wetland and avian sanctuary in Southern Norway

Åkersvika naturreservat functions as a key wetland protected area at the northern end of Lake Mjøsa. The reserve preserves diverse aquatic habitats including shallow bays, reed beds, and shoreline meadows. It serves as a landmark example of lowland wetland conservation in Norway, providing essential breeding and migration grounds for waterfowl and waders within the Innlandet geographic context.

Area
3.25 km²
Established
1974
Watercolor painting of mountain peaks with green valleys and grassy foreground
National parkInnlandet
124 km away#8 closest

West

Rondane National Park: Norway's Premier Alpine Protected Landscape and Historic National Park

Mapped glacial terrain, iconic peaks, and wild reindeer sanctuary.

As Norway's first national park, Rondane offers a profound exploration of a protected alpine environment. Situated in Innlandet county, its 963 square kilometers showcase a landscape sculpted by glaciers, featuring a striking array of ten peaks exceeding 2,000 meters. This page details Rondane National Park's distinct mapped boundaries, dramatic mountain geography, and its ecological significance as a refuge for wild reindeer, making it a cornerstone of Scandinavian natural heritage.

Area
963 km²
Established
1962
IUCN
II
Relief
Mountain
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