Dalbekk Forest in Lillomarka

An association shaped by history, shared work and easy access to the forest

Dalbekk Vel manages the shared framework around 59 cabins between Lilloseter and Skredderudtjern, with information about road access, water, member pages, suggested walks and life in the cabin area.

59

Cabins in Dalbekk Forest

Long-established family cabins spread across gently rolling woodland from Lilloseter to Skredderudtjern.

1966

First recorded year

The history shows a long-standing shared effort around road access, electricity, water and a sense of belonging.

June

Regular annual meeting period

The annual meeting is normally held during the first week of June.

30

km/h on Bjonndalsveien

Shared driving rules and volunteer work help keep the road safe and accessible throughout the year.

Welcome

Key information collected in one place

The site gathers the most important information in a clear structure, with good reading flow, strong navigation and a modern presentation of what matters most to members.

Dalbekk Forest is a cabin area where people genuinely enjoy spending time, and that still shapes the association today. The cabins are well cared for, several have stayed in the same families for generations, and the community has gradually built up the road, electricity and household water supply.

The short distance to Hagan, combined with easy access to Lillomarka, makes Dalbekk a place where practical everyday use and time in the forest fit naturally together. That is also the idea behind this site: overview, community and a clear sense of place.

The most important content is easy to find

The home page leads quickly to the main topics in the association, with a clear structure and sensible prioritisation of the content.

The Karibu cabin surrounded by forest
About the association History and membership

Welcome information, rules, history and who does what

Here you will find the background to the association, the membership fee, the annual meeting, the board and the historical development of Dalbekk.

Go to about the association
Volunteer road work in Dalbekk
Practical info Water, electricity and road access

What you need to use the cabin and shared facilities

Household water, driving rules, barrier keys, user rights and other practical clarifications are collected in one place.

See practical info
Sorskogen as a nearby destination in Lillomarka
Suggested walks Nearby routes and destinations

Well-known local favourites in an updated format

Sorskogen, Sinober, the old mine and other nearby experiences remain an important part of the Dalbekk identity.

Explore suggested walks

Three things that define Dalbekk Vel

Dalbekk is a place where community, practical operations and nature experiences need to work together.

Shared effort over time

The road, electricity and water supply in Dalbekk are the result of long-term volunteer work and clear organisation through the association.

Clear value for members

Practical information, the annual meeting, password-protected documents and shared rules are central parts of everyday life for members.

The forest as a setting

Swimming spots, berries, fishing, cabins and destinations in Lillomarka are not extra material, but a natural part of the place's identity.

More ways into the content

Practical information, personal stories and password-protected content are presented in a clearer and more approachable way.

Volunteer work by the road in Dalbekk
Board Roles and contact details

See the board, the committees and who to contact

Board members, the election committee and contact points are collected on one page with a better overview.

Open the board page
Volunteer day in Dalbekk in 2013
Gallery 2013 and 2017

Historical glimpses of volunteer work and cabin life

Photos from volunteer days and cabin life are gathered in a simpler and more user-friendly gallery with a lightbox.

Go to the gallery
Driving permit for Bjonndalsveien
Members Password protected

Annual meeting papers, minutes and documents for members

Pages that previously required a password now have a clearer explanation and a tidier route to further access.

See member pages

Would you like to contribute or stay updated?

The Norsk Tipping grassroots scheme and the Facebook group remain important channels for support and short updates.