No. 01
Fishing
Fishing from land at Stavenes fyrlykt or by boat north of Storøyna.
TipCheck the weather and sea conditions before heading out.
Around Stavenes
Things to do around Stavenes.
Fishing at Stavenes fyrlykt, hiking on Høgeheia and boat trips when the weather allows. The tennis court in Stongfjorden is about ten minutes away by car.
Places nearby
The area around the cabins.
The cabins lie along Fv363 by Vilnesfjorden. Here is what you will find nearby — use the UT app (ut.no) for routes and maps.
Fishing
Stavenes fyrlykt
Fishing from land by the lighthouse, a short walk from the cabins.
Boat fishing north of Storøyna
A possible fishing spot a short boat trip from the cabins. Boat rental in clear weather only, at the renter's own risk.
Walks and hikes
Høgeheia (450 m)
The nearest summit, east of the cabins. Follow a marked route rather than navigating by the summit coordinates alone.
Blåfjellet (533 m), Askvoll
A popular local hike above Askvoll, about 20 minutes away by car.
Nykshytta, Nyksvatnet
A day-trip cabin by Nyksvatnet. Check the route and conditions in the UT app before you go.
Nipebu, Langevatnet
A DNT cabin by Langevatnet. Ask DNT for routes and booking information.
Askvika nature reserve
Rich birdlife by the fjord. Keep your distance from wildlife and follow the reserve rules.
Bigger summits
Alden – Instenova (480 m)
The distinctive island known as "the Norwegian horse" off the coast. The route starts from the sea — arrange boat transport and check the route before you go.
Kvamshesten (1210 m)
A demanding summit near Kvammen, inland from Askvoll. For experienced hikers; plan the route in the UT app.
Lihesten (753 m)
A mountain in Hyllestad, south of Askvoll. Plan your route before travelling.
Høgkletten (163 m), Værlandet
An easy walk on the island of Værlandet. Check the ferry times from Askvoll before travelling.
History
War memorial, Staveneset
A memorial to the airmen who lost their lives at Stavenes on 23 June 1943, a short walk from the cabins.
Rock carvings and burial cairns
Ancient sites on Staveneset, a short distance south along Fv363.
Also nearby
Tennis court, Stongfjorden
A tennis court about ten minutes from the cabins by car.
Askvoll
Shops and the harbour with ferry connections, 15–20 minutes away by car.
No. 02
Hiking
Høgeheia (450 m), Blåfjellet in Askvoll (533 m) and Alden — Instenova (480 m) are among the local summits. Nykshytta by Nyksvatnet and Nipebu by Langevatnet are both well worth the trip.
TipChoose a route that suits your experience and the conditions.
Before your hikeDownload the UT app before the hike and search for the trail name. Open the trail on the map and download the area as an offline map. Do not use only the summit coordinates for navigation. Follow the marked route, signs and markings in the terrain. Weather and conditions can change quickly along the coast.
No. 03
Boating
A boat can be rented in clear weather, at the renter’s own risk. Contact us before your stay if you would like to arrange a rental.
TipWear a life jacket and check conditions before setting off.