Best trails in Mount Heret National Park
Want to find the best trails in Mount Heret National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 4 great trails for hiking and walking and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.
Ready for your next adventure? Trails in this park range from 649 to 1,079 feet of elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Mount Heret National Park.
Top trails
- (27)·Moderate·4.1 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrHeret Mountain (הר חרת מעגלי) has an abundance natural beauty and spectacular views. Ein Heret springs from the mountain collecting into a pool whose waters were used to irrigate the agricultural terraces in the area below. Horbat Herat are the remains of a farmhouse. Mount Heret rises to a height of 780 m above sea level.
- (1)·Moderate·2.3 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrThis is a trail around the Mount Heret (שמורת הר הרת ומחצבה מעגלי) area, a beautiful reserve located in a forest to the west of the historic Ein Kerem neighborhood in Jerusalem. The route also runs across the stunning Sorek Stream, a popular hiking destination. This trail is suitable for families and offers great views.
- (2)·Moderate·3.2 miBegin this trail next to Nahal Sorek (הר חרת לתל צובה) on road 395 and head north west through the forest and into Mount Heret National Park. From Mount Heret proceed past the Tzuba River and Ein Tzuba to historic Tel Tzuba. This trail has a slight ascent at the beginning and it suitable for families and short hikes on the weekend.
- (6)·Moderate·3.3 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrThis is a trail around the Mount Heret (הר חרת ונחל שורק) area, a beautiful reserve located in a forest to the west of the historic Ein Kerem neighborhood in Jerusalem, an area known to be especially scenic. The marked path often follows a dirt road and also runs across the stunning Sorek Stream, a popular hiking and dirt biking destination.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Mount Heret National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Mount Heret National Park is Mount Heret Circuit, which has a 4.4 star rating from 27 reviews. This trail is 4.1 mi long with an elevation gain of 672 ft.
What is the longest trail in Mount Heret National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Mount Heret National Park is Mount Heret Circuit. This trail is estimated to be 4.1 mi long.
How many trails are in Mount Heret National Park?
There are 4 trails in Mount Heret National Park.These trails have an average 3.8-star ratingfrom 36 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Mount Heret National Park?
Mount Heret to Tel Tzova has the most elevation gain with 1,079 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Mount Heret and Sorek River, which has 898 ft of elevation gain.
Are there running trails available in Mount Heret National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 3 running trails in Mount Heret National Park and the most popular is Mount Heret Circuit with an average 4.4 star rating from 27 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Mount Heret National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 biking trail in Mount Heret National Park which is Mount Heret and Sorek River with an average 2.9 star rating from 6 community reviews.
Are there any trails with springs in Mount Heret National Park?
Yes, there are 4 trails with springs in Mount Heret National Park, including Mount Heret Circuit, Mount Heret Quarry Loop, Mount Heret to Tel Tzova, and Mount Heret and Sorek River.
