Arad Park & Ran Forest
Arad Park and Ran Forest present a conserved woodland area established by KKL-JNF, featuring leisure amenities within the embrace of nature, making it an ideal picnic destination. Situated approximately 5 kilometers to the west of Arad. Photo Credit: Tal Glick
Kfar Ha’Nokdim – Desert Oasis
Nestled in the Judean Desert’s Qanna’im Valley, between the towns of Arad and Masada, lies Kfar Ha’Nokdim, an enchanting desert oasis. Discover Kfar Ha’Nokdim – a desert oasis nestled within the Kana’im Valley of the Judean Desert, between the towns of Arad and Masada. Here, amidst palm trees and orchards, you will discover a variety […]
Tel Arad National Park
‘’When the Canaanite king of Arad, who dwelt in the Negev, heard that Israel was coming along the road to Atharim, he attacked the Israelites and captured some of them’’. (Numbers 21:1) Who were the Canaanites? Canaanite Arad, situated in the lower city, stands as one of the ancient cities of the region, existing during […]
Masada National Park: A UNESCO World Heritage Site
Masada National Park: Where History and Majesty Converge Explore the awe-inspiring wonder of Masada National Park, a distinguished UNESCO World Heritage Site. Perched high above the Judean Desert and near the shores of the Dead Sea, this mountain fortress tells a story of grandeur and resilience. Originally transformed into a remarkable stronghold by King Herod, […]
Nahal Kidod
Trail Length – 5 km. Trail number 11260 on Trail Marking Map 11. Trail Marking Color – Green. Photo Credit: Eyal Tamir At the trail’s outset, you’ll be greeted by a sunflower field and an impressive cave site. As you continue, you will discover water wells, reservoirs and infrastructure for water transportation. The trail ascends […]
Arbaat Ha’Borot Route [Four Wells]
Trail Overview: Commencing from the northern edge of Hevron Street, the trail is marked with blue markers to guide you. Roughly 1 kilometer into the hike, the trail gracefully descends to the stream, revealing four wells thoughtfully carved at brief intervals. As you proceed, the trail gradually veers from the stream, briefly approaching a fifth […]
Nahal Tze’elim
Trail Length – 6.5 km. Trail number 11270 on Trail Marking Map 11. Trail Marking Color – Black. Starting from the Artists’ Quarter at the western entrance of Arad, there’s a circular trail that beautifully highlights the winding streams of the Arad Valley. Some portions of this trail run alongside the Israel Trail. This beautiful […]
Nahal Hesed
Trail Length – 5.5 km. Trail number 11265 on Trail Marking Map 11. Trail Marking Color – Red. Photo Credit: Dov Puniyo Descending northward from the center of Arad, you will navigate through a striking rocky gorge, caution is required during the descent. Further along the route, an easy trail continues, leading to the endpoint […]
Nahal Pra’im
Trail Length – 2.5 km. Trail number 11255 on Trail Marking Map 11. Trail Marking Color – Green. Photo Credit: Dov Puniyo Originating at the “Yafe Nof” Hotel, this stream presents a series of manageable cascades for passage. Close to the waterfall’s summit, you’ll find a cave dwelling and a well carved into the rock. […]
Nahal Pra’im Bypass
Distance – 4 km. Trail number 11250 on Trail Marking Map 11. Trail Marking Color – Red. This trail features two branches that gently descend and ascend with a moderate slope along the edges of Nahal Pra’im. Walking upon it unveils the eastern panorama of the Judean Desert in its prime. The circular route, known […]
