Best trails in Mount Shokef National Park
Want to find the best trails in Mount Shokef National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 5 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? Explore one easy hiking trail in Mount Shokef National Park that's great for the whole family. Looking for elevation? Trails in this park range from 272 to 987 feet of elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Mount Shokef National Park.
Top trails
- (50)·Moderate·4.8 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrBegin this trail at the Rakit rest point next to the Burial Caves and proceed around Mount Arkan (רקית, הר ערקן ונחל אורן) and along the quiet Oren Stream back to the start. This trail offers a spectacular view of the landscape of a tangled Mediterranean forest that that recovered after the great fire in Carmel in 2010 and includes views of a blue sea, a ruin with an ancient burial cave and seasonal blossoms in many colors such as: anemones, cyclamen, orchids and crocuses.
- (32)·Moderate·3.7 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrThis short trail loops around Mount Shokef (הר שוקף והר ערקן מעגלי) and Mount Arkan and offers a spectacular view of the landscape of a tangled Mediterranean forest that that recovered after the great fire in Carmel in 2010 and includes views of a blue sea, a ruin with an ancient burial cave and seasonal blossoms in many colors such as: anemones, cyclamen, orchids and crocuses.
- (19)·Moderate·1.9 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrThis trail offers a spectacular view of the landscape of a tangled Mediterranean forest as it loops around the Burial Cave at Rakit and Mount Shokef (מערת קבורה והר שוקף) and includes views of a blue sea, a ruin with an ancient burial cave and seasonal blossoms in many colors such as: anemones, cyclamen, orchids and crocuses.
- (5)·Easy·4.1 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrThis is a unique and beautiful scenic route which begins on the outskirts of Daliyat al-Karmel and proceeds past Mount Shokef (entrance to the peak is sometimes blocked off) with great sea views and an ancient burial cave (דליית אל כרמל להר שוקף ומערת קבורה) next to a serene picnic site before returning to the start.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Mount Shokef National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Mount Shokef National Park is Rakit, Mount Arkan and Oren Stream, which has a 4.6 star rating from 49 reviews. This trail is 4.8 mi long with an elevation gain of 987 ft.
What is the longest trail in Mount Shokef National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Mount Shokef National Park is Rakit, Mount Arkan and Oren Stream. This trail is estimated to be 4.8 mi long.
How many trails are in Mount Shokef National Park?
There are 5 trails in Mount Shokef National Park.These trails have an average 4.4-star ratingfrom 112 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Mount Shokef National Park?
Rakit, Mount Arkan and Oren Stream has the most elevation gain with 987 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Mt. Shokef and Mt. Arkan, which has 741 ft of elevation gain.
Are there camping trails available in Mount Shokef National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 5 camping trails in Mount Shokef National Park and the most popular is Rakit, Mount Arkan and Oren Stream with an average 4.6 star rating from 49 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Mount Shokef National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 3 running trails in Mount Shokef National Park and the most popular is Mt. Shokef and Mt. Arkan with an average 4.5 star rating from 29 community reviews.
