OverviewHamperokken is a peak of regional importance. It is the highest peak in the area, and it's pleasing spire beckons the climber. The views from the summit are exceptional, as all other local peaks are lower, and fjords are visible in 3 different directions. This is one of the most visible and popular climbs in the Troms area.
Getting ThereFirst get to Tromsø. The easiest way to do this is by plane. There are no trains, and the highway is tedious. Once in Tromsø, take E8 South out of town. After about 30 kilometers, a sign for Brievikeidet appears. This is highway 91. Turn left on 91, and follow it until reaching the EISCAT research facility. There is a large radio telescope as well as other research structures. Continue driving for about 4 kilometers. There is a small parking area with a sign on fishing regulations, next to a small stream. Park here, cross the bridge, and begin hiking up past a couple of houses and a barn. While the summit was visible during the drive in, now all you see is a big rounded ridge. This is the start. See route information for Middagsaksle or Southwest Spur route to know where to go from here.Red TapeAsk permission before parking if it looks like you are on a private way. No permit fees or rules really. Just leave it as you found it.
When To ClimbThe Middagsaksle route is attempted almost year round. The two months of no sunlight in the arctic winter add an extra challenge however. February to October works better. The Southwest Spur is best done in winter as it is a long slog loose talus in the summer.External Links- Winter Hamperokken
Great pictures of climbing Hamperokken in Spring\Winter conditions, with Norwegian text.
Hamperokken
Great series of photos with route overlays and description in english.
Additions and Corrections[ Post an Addition or Correction ] | The Jambo | Guidebook to Hamperokken | | 
Hasn't voted | The new guidebook "Walks and Scrambles in Norway" includes Hamperokken and other routes in the far north. | | Posted Feb 11, 2007 11:55 am |
 | | darinchadwick | Re: Guidebook to Hamperokken | | 
Hasn't voted | Yeah, found it on your website, will include it soon (and probably buy the book just cause I'm curious what outsiders describe in our area). :) Cheers. Darin. | | Posted Feb 12, 2007 8:19 am |
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