Hailuoto is the largest island in the Gulf of Bothnia and a good destination for day trip. Accessible by ferry, either with own car or by bus.
Iso-Syöte
is the closest destination for downhill skiing. Koskilinjat arranges day trips during winter season (http://www.skibus.fi).Kuusamo is also a place to visit if you continue your journey to the north towards the Finnish Lapland.
Koitelinkoski-rapids of Kiiminkijoki-river, about 25min by car from Oulu (http://fi.wikipedia.org/w...).
