Kiehinen is the visitor and information centre for Saariselkä and nearby protected areas, including Urho Kekkonen National Park. It has a free exhibition on the area's nature and hiking possibilities, along with maps, route advice, bookings, keys, and permit information.
It is a practical first stop before heading into the fells. Even if you already know your route, the exhibition gives useful context for the landscape, seasons, and wildlife around Saariselkä.