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Best trails in Kochav HaYarden National Park

Best trails in Kochav HaYarden National Park

4.9(8 reviews)

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Want to find the best trails in Kochav HaYarden National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 5 great trails for 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 1 easy hiking trails in Kochav HaYarden National Park that are great for the whole family. Looking for a more strenuous hike? We've got you covered, with trails ranging from 229 to 2,844 feet in elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Kochav HaYarden National Park.

Top trails

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#1 - Ein Kochav, Nahal Tavor and Ein Yotam Circuit
4.6(6)
•Moderate
•7.1 mi
•Est. 3h 56m
This beautiful trail loops through Nahal Tavor (עין כוכב, עין תבור ועין יותם מעגלי) reserve, starting next to Ein Kochav and proceeding to the Tavor River and making its way back to the start passing close to multiple natural springs located a short distance off trail.
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#2 - Kochav HaYarden HaYadid Trail
5.0(1)
•Easy
•1.4 mi
•Est. 39m
The Kochav HaYarden fortress (כוכב הירדן שביך הידיד) is the most intact and best preserved of all of the Crusader fortresses in Israel. The fortress was built at the top of Ramat Kochav, which rises around 500 m above the Jordan Valley. In 1168 the Knights Hospitaller bought the place, and in view of the breathtaking scenery that it overlooks, they nicknamed the place Belvoir (beautiful view). The fortress has internal and external fortification systems and is surrounded by a deep moat. It...
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#3 - Kochav HaYarden to Geva via Nahal Tavor and Kfar Kama Forest
5.0(1)
•Hard
•23.7 mi
•Est. 10h 12m
Flowing along the slopes of the Tabor towards the Jordan Valley, the Tabor Stream (נחל תבור וחורבת מעוג) crosses the basalt plateau of the eastern lower Galilee. Most of the springs within the basin are mostly dried up, however, the views and unique landscape within the reserve promise to provide beautiful views and several incredible hiking and biking trails on the way.
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#4 - Kochav HaYarden and Menahemya Forest via Nahal Tavor
Hard
•14.2 mi
•Est. 6h 59m
The Kochav HaYarden fortress (כוכב הירדן ויער מנחמיה דרך נחל תבור) is the most intact and best preserved of all of the Crusader fortresses in Israel. The fortress was built at the top of Ramat Kochav, which rises around 500 m above the Jordan Valley. In 1168 the Knights Hospitaller bought the place, and in view of the breathtaking scenery that it overlooks, they nicknamed the place Belvoir (beautiful view). The fortress has internal and external fortification systems and is surrounded by a...
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#5 - Kochav HaYarden, Ein Gvul and Meir Har Zion Tomb
Moderate
•7.3 mi
•Est. 3h 17m
This forest route starts at Kochav HaYarden National Park and campsite, and loops around the forest past multiple historic village ruins, Ein Gvul, the Gvul River and the Tomb of Meir Har Zion (כוכב הירדן, עין גבול וקבר מאיר הר ציון).
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to hike in Kochav HaYarden National Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Kochav HaYarden National Park is Ein Kochav, Nahal Tavor and Ein Yotam Circuit, which has a 4.6 star rating from 6 reviews. This trail is 7.1 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,788 ft.

What is the longest trail in Kochav HaYarden National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Kochav HaYarden National Park is Kochav HaYarden to Geva via Nahal Tavor and Kfar Kama Forest. This trail is estimated to be 23.7 mi long.

How many trails are in Kochav HaYarden National Park?

There are 5 trails in Kochav HaYarden National Park. These trails have an average 4.9-star rating from 8 AllTrails community reviews.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in Kochav HaYarden National Park?

If you're looking for elevation gain, Kochav HaYarden National Park has you covered. Kochav HaYarden to Geva via Nahal Tavor and Kfar Kama Forest boasts the most elevation gain with 2,844 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Kochav HaYarden and Menahemya Forest via Nahal Tavor, which will get you 1,988 ft of elevation gain.

Are there camping trails available in Kochav HaYarden National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 3 camping trails in Kochav HaYarden National Park and the most popular is Kochav HaYarden HaYadid Trail with an average 5.0 star rating from 1 community reviews.

Are there running trails available in Kochav HaYarden National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 4 running trails in Kochav HaYarden National Park and the most popular is Ein Kochav, Nahal Tavor and Ein Yotam Circuit with an average 4.6 star rating from 6 community reviews.

Are there biking trails available in Kochav HaYarden National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 biking trail in Kochav HaYarden National Park which is Kochav HaYarden to Geva via Nahal Tavor and Kfar Kama Forest with an average 5.0 star rating from 1 community reviews.

Are there any trails with archaeological sites in Kochav HaYarden National Park?

Yes, there is one trail with an archaeological site in Kochav HaYarden National Park: Kochav HaYarden HaYadid Trail.

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