Høgafjellet (868 m) on Osterøy

Høgafjellet on Osterøy. Highest point on Norway's largest 'inland island'.

The walk begins at Osavatnet parking. Here you start by following the stairs and a beautiful path to Nedra Botnavatnet. There is a path with yellow marks all the way. Walk on the north side of the water until you reach the small farmyard. Walk around the back and remember to close the gate.

Follow the path up to Øvrebotnen waterfall. Cross the bridge and walk up the steps to the dam at Øvrebotnen. Be careful as the steps are steep and can be slippery. Walk on the north side of Øvrebotnen lake. There are some exposed areas here, but there are ropes hanging where you can hold on. Follow the path past the cabin (marked all the way) and up the ridge.

Now you are above the tree line and have a nice view of the Øvrebotnen lake. Follow the marked path south past Høgaheimhytten and up towards the top. When you go past the large rock you see from afar you will finally see Høgafjellsvarden.

Write your name in the book and enjoy 360 degrees of visibility in all directions. Rispingen and Brøknipa to the south. Bergsdalen to the east. Sørfjorden and Arna to the south-west. Recommend following the same route back.

NB: As you can see in the pictures, we had a dog with us, but we would not recommend this on this route because there are many steep stairs.

Have a good trip!