Vildmarksvägen - Trappstegsforsen and Stalon mountain
Discover wild beauty along Sweden’s Vildmarksvägen: the cascading steps of Trappstegsforsen and the sweeping views atop Stalonberget.
Trappstegsforsen: More Majestic Than Expected
I wasn’t sure about stopping at Trappstegsforsen - it looked underwhelming in photos, and I almost passed by. But the road wove right by it. So I took a chance, and I’m glad I did. From the online photos, the falls looked ordinary - but in real life, they were definitely worth a stop.
Trappstegsforsen really is like a giant staircase carved in water, with clear, cascading steps. These steep, carved terraces are entirely natural - shaped by centuries of water erosion from Kultsjöån river below Lake Kultsjön.
There’s a café nearby (perfect for a fika and a warm drink) and even an outdoor loo and trash cans - simple, sweet comforts. If you follow the falls under the road, the river opens up and continues down a green landscape. We also climbed a small hill across the stream and were rewarded with a lovely view.
Stalonberget: A View To Remember
Next up was Stalonberget. This is where I had planned for us to spend the night. The drive up is narrow, and with a 6-meter camper like mine, it could be tricky if you met another vehicle. The side of the road offered some space, though tall grass and stray stones made me extra careful.
There are three parking areas:
A small asphalt lot just off the road that offers a pick-nick table and a 180 view.
Higher up - a hidden grassy spot
And a little further, the main gravel lot at the summit that gives you an almost 360 view.
Snow-dusted peaks, wide fields, and a magical sunset. Thankfully, the wind was mild that evening in late June, so it stayed pleasantly cool.
Even the lower parking area offered a beautiful lookout. After half a day of hiking these views, sleeping under the wide sky, and enjoying a peaceful breakfast, we felt refreshed and ready to drive on.
These parking facilities, especially the summit lot, are intentionally placed to maximize the panoramic experience - a thoughtful design to let travelers soak in the views without extra hiking.
Facts about Trappstegsforsen and Stalon Mountain
📍 Location: Along Sweden’s Vildmarksvägen (The Wild Coast Road)
💧 Trappstegsforsen: Small café, outdoor loo, walking access and picnic view from across the falls
⛰ Stalonberget: Narrow ascent road; three parking areas (asphalt, grass and gravel summit) with panoramic views and sunset vantage
Good to Know & Tips
☕ Don’t judge waterfalls by photos - Trappstegsforsen totally surprised me in the best way
🚐 If you're driving a large vehicle, take the Stalonberget road slowly - it gets tight but is beautiful
Read more about Vildmarksvägen / Wild Coast Road here.
Photos
Trappstegsforsen.
Trappstegsforsen.
Trappstegsforsen from afar. This hill was a nice view point.
The river continued under the road and on. Offering some nice areas to sit and enjoy nature.
At the top of Stalonberget / Stalon Mountain.
View from the lower parking lot of Stalonberget.
View from the lower parking lot of Stalonberget.
View of snow covered mountains from Stalonberget.
View from Stalonberget while the sun begins to set.
Vizze enjoyed the peace and quiet. We had the area all to ourselves.
Sun starting to set. Later on, the sky was bright orange and red. During this time in this part of Sweden, it never gets completely dark. The sun only touches the horizon before rising again.
