The Best Hiking Trails in Israel

Naham - Scroll of Fire - Kesalon (Israel)

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Hiking

Gabor Szabo

Distance

6.82mi

Elevation +

1401f

TrailRank

70| 4.67

This hike was quite intense, especially because of the heat. When I did this I walked the last hour already after sundown, but luckily there was almost full moon and no clouds so I could see. I saw a few Jackals. My ...

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Lower Nahal Zeelim

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Ilia Lotosh

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Distance

10.10mi

Elevation +

2680f

TrailRank

63| 4.5

Great hike in the Dead Sea area. Start and end is at Nahal Zeelim campsite. If you the trail in the clockwise direction it's first half will have lots of shade from the canyon walls. The trail is rather easy, and can be ...

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Eilat Mountains

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Hiking

Ilia Lotosh

Distance

17.25mi

Elevation +

3953f

TrailRank

61

Beautiful hike in one of the most beautiful and remote parts of Israel - the Eilat Mountains. I recommend doing this hike in two days so that it will be easy on your feet and you will have enough time to enjoy the views....

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Full moon hike in Nahal Bokeq

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Hiking

Ilia Lotosh

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Distance

10.67mi

Elevation +

1250f

TrailRank

60

Nahal Bokeq offers great desert views and is perfectly suitable for full moon night hikes. There is no designated parking at the beginning of the trail, but there are several options to leave the car on the side of Road ...

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Israel National Trail Part 3: Arad to Tel Aviv

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Hiking

John P

Distance

176.98mi

Elevation +

15502f

TrailRank

60

The section of the Israel National Trail (Shvil Israel) from the town of Arad to Tel Aviv includes forests, rolling hills, meandering rivers and agricultural land. In March I walked through fields of red anemones and man...

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Israel National Trail Part 2: Mitzpe Ramon to Arad

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Hiking

John P

Distance

138.30mi

Elevation +

18314f

TrailRank

59

The desert section of the Israel National Trail (Shvil Israel) has dramatic scenery with wadis, canyons, mountains and ancient remains. It also includes some exciting sections at height, up and down ladders and metal run...

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Israel National Trail Part 4: Tel Aviv to Dan

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Hiking

John P

Distance

215.49mi

Elevation +

25892f

TrailRank

59

The section of the Israel National Trail (Shvil Israel) from Tel Aviv to Dan includes extensive beaches, forests, rolling hills, meandering rivers and agricultural land. There are many historic and archaeological sites e...

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Ein Gedi - Mt Ishay - Nachal David

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Hiking

Gabor Szabo

Distance

10.90mi

Elevation +

2238f

TrailRank

52

We had to buy a ticket at the main entrance of the Ein Gedi/Nachal David reserve and then show it at the gate where the black route starts. The place opened at 8 am. I don't know what could you do if you arrive early. We...

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Spring valley trail Day 2: Kohav HaYarden to Menahemia

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Hiking

Ilia Lotosh

Distance

14.83mi

Elevation +

1995f

TrailRank

52

This hike is a third segment of the Spring Valley Trail, it goes from Kohav HaYarden (Belvoir Fortress) to the Menahemia forest. The trail goes through the wonderful Nahal Tavor and through endless fields of the Lower Ga...

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נחל צאלים עליון - הר נמר - עין נמר - ברכת נעמה (Upper Zeelim Stream - mt. Namer - Ein Namer - Brechat Naama)

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Ilia Lotosh

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Distance

14.34mi

Elevation +

2657f

TrailRank

51| 4.0

Long circular trail around the canyon of the upper Zeelim stream. The trail itself starts at Brechat Tzfira night camping, however there are rumors that leaving cars there is not safe, so it is possible to leave the car ...

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Modiin Hills - Various Locations

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Hiking

BushcraftIsrael

Distance

4.79mi

Elevation +

449f

TrailRank

51

A moderate hike with many ruins, scenic views, and even a well you can swim in. Portions of the hike are off the trail so it is recommended to bring long pants and closed shoes. You can use the Amud Anan app (https://...

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Hod-Akev-Ein-Aqev-Midreshet-Ben-Gurion

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Hiking

Gabor Szabo

Distance

11.41mi

Elevation +

1391f

TrailRank

51

An 18km long hike from Midreshet Ben-Gurion to Hod Akev, Ein Aqev, and Parsa Waterfall. (Apparently there is an Ein Aqev and an Ein Akev a few kms south of it. Just to add to the confusion.) After entering the Natu...

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Wadi Anabe, Beit Anabe, Barphilia

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Hiking

BushcraftIsrael

Distance

9.96mi

Elevation +

810f

TrailRank

51

A moderate to difficult hike (depending on how much of the trail you follow) with many ruins and scenic views. I don't recommend taking the exact path that I did but rather backtrack at specific points and visit others b...

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Mishor-Yemin-Ein-Yorkeam-Small-Fin

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Hiking

Gabor Szabo

Distance

9.70mi

Elevation +

1516f

TrailRank

49

This hike could be actually done as 2-3 separate hikes. The first part was from Mishor-Yemin campsite through Gev Yemin (or Yemin pond) in the river-bed of Nachal Yemin and the river-bed of Nahal Hatira. This involves...

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Spring Valley Trail Day 1: From Maale Gilboa To Kokhav Ha Yarden

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Hiking

Ilia Lotosh

Distance

18.27mi

Elevation +

2110f

TrailRank

49

This hike is a combination of first two segments of the Spring Valley Trail, a multi-day trail going around villages of the Jordan Valley. This hike is best done in the end of the winter season and never in the summer (a...

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Yagur 1 Up Red Down Black

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Hiking

Alon Unger

Distance

5.27mi

Elevation +

2031f

TrailRank

49

Perfect track. Climbing inside the Yagur Waddi following the Red track up to Osfiya, turning east up the hill and than changing to the Black stripe track going downhill. My first Hiking here using this App which found ...

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Menahemia forest to Tveria

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Hiking

Ilia Lotosh

Distance

11.98mi

Elevation +

1388f

TrailRank

48| 5.0

This hike follows for the most part the Israel National Trail. It starts in the Menahemia forest and ends in the center of Tveria from where you can take a bus to anywhere. The trail begins with a descent to the Jorda...

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Geves Campsite - Shen Ramon - Amonites Wall - Mt. Gevanim

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Hiking

Ilia Lotosh

Distance

8.45mi

Elevation +

1280f

TrailRank

48| 5.0

Easy and relaxing hike in one of the most beautiful and unique spots in Israel - Ramon Crater. The hike starts at the Geves campsite, about 6 kilometers into the crater. First follow the green 4x4 trail, then turn right ...

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Nahal Dolev

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Hiking

Ilia Lotosh

Distance

9.05mi

Elevation +

1598f

TrailRank

46| 4.67

Nice and easy walk in the Bar Giora forest. Good for cool winter days (it probably will be too hot to do it in summer). Most of the walk goes through a valley, so the views are not breathtaking or anything and the forest...

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NahalHawarim-EinBokeq-MaaleDivshon Night

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Hiking

Ilia Lotosh

Distance

10.90mi

Elevation +

738f

TrailRank

46

Full moon hike in Midreshet Sde Boker area. Starts with a classic Nahal Hawerim trail, then continues toward Ein Bokeq (with some luck you will be able to sneak past a sleeping guard and watch the Ein Bokeq waterfall in ...

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Montfort Castle & Kziv stream

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Hiking

Michael Shrayman

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Distance

6.32mi

Elevation +

8182f

TrailRank

44| 4.84

Montfort (Hebrew: מבצר מונפור‎, Mivtzar Monfor) is a ruined crusader castle in the Upper Galilee region in northern Israel, about 22 miles (35 km) northeast of the city of Haifa and 10 miles (16 km) south of the border w...

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Titorah Hill - Modiin

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Hiking

BushcraftIsrael

Distance

2.11mi

Elevation +

200f

TrailRank

44

A relatively short but enjoyable hike with many historical ruins and beautiful flora (depending on the season). There is parking at the top of the hill but it is closed off on weekends. Portions of the hike are off th...

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Umm el-Umdan, Givat Sher, Beit Shana

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Hiking

BushcraftIsrael

Distance

1.96mi

Elevation +

194f

TrailRank

44

An easy to moderate/hard hike depending on the path you take. There is a parking lot at the start of the hike. I recommend following the trail until the 3-way intersection before the red trail and return via the black/gr...

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Wandering in Arad's backyard

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Hiking

Ilia Lotosh

Distance

11.43mi

Elevation +

2365f

TrailRank

44

Who would have thought that just outside of Arad there is such beauty? However, it's true - start at Moab lookout located next to the abandoned Metzada hotel and follow the green trail down to the desert. From there you ...

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Ramat haNadive - the red trail

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Hiking

Ujin

Distance

3.16mi

Elevation +

3f

TrailRank

43

The trail starts at the Ramat haNadiv garden. From the southern main gain continue strait to the trails junction. There continue south on the trail marked with little half-buried logs painted in red. The trail itself is...

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