The Telegraph Trail is a historic hiking trail between Rusånes in Saltdal and Bjellånes in Rana. The trail follows the telegraph line that was built in 1867 over the mountain. The total length of the trail is 61 km. Most of the trail is over the treeline, which gives you a lovely view during the hike. There are four DNT-cabins along the trail, Bjellåvasstua, Midtistua, Saltfjellstua and Krukkistua. 

In 1864, two stone cabins were built. These have now been restored and can be used free of charge.

After the line was built, the path was used as a walking path for people who traveled on foot across Saltfjellet at the end of the 19th century.

The telegraph line was taken out of service in the 1950s and the line was later dismantled.

During the hike you will be able to see the stone foundations of the old telegraph poles.

The telegraph trail crosses the Arctic Circle.

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