Vuohijärvi is a lake in Southern Finland. It is located on the border between the regions of Southern Savonia and Kymenlaakso, with the majority of the lake lying in Kymenlaakso. It is quite deep in comparison with other lakes in the region, with a maximum depth of 75.51 metres (247.7 ft) making it the 7th deepest lake in Finland. The ecological condition of the lake is good and the water is very clear. There are approximately 90 islands, the largest being Kinansaari.

Vuohijärvi
Former church renovated into a cultural centre in the village Vuohijärvi, Kouvola, Finland.
Vuohijärvi
Coordinates	61°12′N 26°42′E
Type	Lake
Catchment area	Kymijoki
Basin countries	Finland
Max. length	21 km (13 mi)
Max. width	8 km (5.0 mi)
Surface area	86.243 km2 (33.299 sq mi)
Average depth	16.28 m (53.4 ft)
Max. depth	75.51 m (247.7 ft)
Water volume	1.404 km3 (1,138,000 acre⋅ft)
Shore length1	228.83 km (142.19 mi)
Surface elevation	76.6 m (251 ft)
Frozen	December–April
Islands	Hevossaari, Kinansaari, Valkealan Kuisaari, Jaalan Kuisaari
Settlements	Kouvola, Mäntyharju
1 Shore length is not a well-defined measure.

History

Vuohijärvi has a long tradition of Timber rafting.

See also

• List of lakes in Finland

References

• Vuohijärvi in Järviwiki Web Service (in English)

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