Best trails in Beit Shean National Park
Want to find the best trails in Beit Shean National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 13 great trails for birding, walking, and hiking and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.
Ready for your next hike or bike ride? Explore one of 10 easy hiking trails in Beit Shean National Park that are great for the whole family. Looking for a more strenuous hike? We've got you covered, with trails ranging from 26 to 1,833 feet in elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Beit Shean National Park.
Top trails
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(4)
•Easy
•1.7 mi
•Est. 40m
This trail runs along the Harod Stream in Bet She'an National Park (נחל חרוד לפארק בית שאן) which houses the spectacular ruins of the glory that was the Roman and Byzantine city of Bet She'an. Rising above them is the high mound on which Biblical Bet She'an stood. Within the site are ruins of a Byzantine Bathhouse, Roman Temple and various streets on which many have walked throughout the annals of time.
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3
(2)
•Easy
•0.5 mi
•Est. 11m
This trail loops around the incredible site of the Bet She'an National Park (תיאטרון רומי ורחוב פלדיוס מעגלי) which houses the spectacular ruins of the glory that was the Roman and Byzantine city of Bet She'an, or Scythopolis. Rising above them is the high mound on which Biblical Bet She'an stood. Within the site are ruins of a Byzantine Bathhouse, Roman Temple and various streets on which many have walked throughout the annals of time.
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(3)
•Easy
•1.1 mi
•Est. 29m
This route begins on the edge of Harod Stream and runs slightly off trail for a short section before proceeding through the center of Beit Shean National Park (נחל חרוד, נימפאון ורחוב פלדיוס). Bet She'an National Park houses the spectacular ruins of the glory that was the Roman and Byzantine city of Bet She'an, or Scythopolis. Rising above them is the high mound on which Biblical Bet She'an stood. Within the site are ruins of a Byzantine Bathhouse, Roman Temple and various streets on which...
5
(1)
•Hard
•20.0 mi
•Est. 7h 4m
This long trail loops around Beit Shean National Park (בית שאן, נחל הקיבוצים ועמק המעיינות) and the Valley of Springs, and can is suitable for scenic driving, mountain biking and can also suit hikers - who are advised to practice caution on busy roads. Bet She'an National Park houses the spectacular ruins of the glory that was the Roman and Byzantine city of Bet She'an, or Scythopolis. Rising above them is the high mound on which Biblical Bet She'an stood. Within the site are ruins of a...
6
(2)
•Easy
•3.5 mi
•Est. 1h 29m
This trail loops around the incredible site of the Bet She'an National Park (תל בית שאן לנחל חרוד) which houses the spectacular ruins of the glory that was the Roman and Byzantine city of Bet She'an. Rising above them is the high mound on which Biblical Bet She'an stood. Within the site are ruins of a Byzantine Bathhouse, Roman Temple and various streets on which many have walked throughout the annals of time.
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(1)
•Easy
•0.5 mi
•Est. 10m
The Saraya in Old Beit She'an (עיר העתיקה בבית שאן) is an old public building that has changed character over the last hundred years probably starting off as a one-story road inn, later the Turks made it the home of the Turkish government and the administrative center of the Sultan's lands. During the British Mandate the second floor was added and used by the British police. With the establishment of the state of Israel, the building served various functions, among others: the court, the...
8
Moderate
•19.7 mi
•Est. 7h 7m
This long mountain biking trail can also be done on foot and covers lots of distance as it loops around Beit Shean National Park, Maoz Hayim and Kfar Rupin (בית שאן, מעוז חיים וכפר רופין). Bet She'an National Park houses the spectacular ruins of the glory that was the Roman and Byzantine city of Bet She'an, or Scythopolis. Rising above them is the high mound on which Biblical Bet She'an stood. Within the site are ruins of a Byzantine Bathhouse, Roman Temple and various streets on which many...
9
Easy
•2.0 mi
•Est. 45m
Take this route from the Beit Shean Town Hall to the Train Station passing through scenic Beit Shean Park (עיריית בית שאן לתחנת רכבת בית שאן דרך פארק בית שאן). Bet She'an is one of the oldest cities in Israel. The city was still inhabited until about 7,000 years ago, and in the late Canaanite period (16th century BCE) it served as the seat of Egyptian rule in the land of Israel, which flourished in the early Arab period. In the Crusader period, a small citadel was established, during which...
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Easy
•3.2 mi
•Est. 1h 22m
Bet She'an (תל נהרון ובית שאן העתיקה מעגלי) is one of the oldest cities in Israel. The city was still inhabited until about 7,000 years ago, and in the late Canaanite period (16th century BCE) it served as the seat of Egyptian rule in the land of Israel, which flourished in the early Arab period. In the Crusader period, a small citadel was established, during which the Arab Bisan was conquered during the War of Independence and became the Hebrew city of She'an, where only a small part of the...
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Beit Shean National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Beit Shean National Park is Nahal Harod in Beit Shean Park, which has a 5.0 star rating from 4 reviews. This trail is 1.7 mi long with an elevation gain of 72 ft.
What is the longest trail in Beit Shean National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Beit Shean National Park is Beit Shean, Ramot Yissachar Forest and Gaon HaYarden Circuit. This trail is estimated to be 19.9 mi long.
How many trails are in Beit Shean National Park?
There are 13 trails in Beit Shean National Park. These trails have an average 4.8-star rating from 20 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Beit Shean National Park?
If you're looking for elevation gain, Beit Shean National Park has you covered. Beit Shean, Ramot Yissachar Forest and Gaon HaYarden Circuit boasts the most elevation gain with 1,833 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Beit Shean, Maoz Haim and Kfar Rupin, which will get you 1,459 ft of elevation gain.
Are there camping trails available in Beit Shean National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 camping trail in Beit Shean National Park which is Beit Shean, Ramot Yissachar Forest and Gaon HaYarden Circuit with an average star rating from 0 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Beit Shean National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 5 running trails in Beit Shean National Park and the most popular is Roman Theater and Paladius Street Loop with an average 4.4 star rating from 2 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Beit Shean National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 2 biking trails in Beit Shean National Park and the most popular is Beit Shean, Nahal HaKibbutsim and Emek HaMaayanot with an average 5.0 star rating from 1 community reviews.