Best trails in Avdat National Park
Want to find the best trails in Avdat 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? Explore one easy hiking trail in Avdat National Park that's great for the whole family. Looking for elevation? Trails in this park range from 308 to 1,154 feet of elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Avdat National Park.
Top trails
- (2)·Moderate·1.4 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrAvdat , now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was founded by Nabatean traders, who made it a way station on the Incense Route across the Negev. At the visitor center a short film will introduces you to the site. You can then tour an ancient bathhouse, a third-century guard tower, and a Nabatean shrine turned-church, whose pillars frame a magnificent Negev desertscape. A wine-press attests to Nabatean arid-land farming skills.
- (1)·Moderate·2.7 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrThis is a trail around Avdat National Park and the surrounding Roman Army Camp in the mountains surrounding the National Park (עבדת ומחנה רומאי),This route passes through the landscapes of the eastern Negev, between Mount Arkov and Ein Maarif to the area where the Nabataeans lived and worked years ago. Avdat is sometimes referred to as the kingdom of eagles and ibex.
- Moderate·4.4 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrThe trail features beautiful desert views and a stunning oasis. Tucked away in the meanders of Nahal Tzin and Wadi al-Fikra springs a spring in the desert that paints the area in green and serves as the main source of water for the animals. The natural oasis also captivates the souls of hikers who come to bathe in it while its still full.
- Easy·2.0 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrAvdat , now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was founded by Nabatean traders, who made it a way station on the Incense Route across the Negev. At the visitor center a short film will introduces you to the site. You can then tour an ancient bathhouse, a third-century guard tower, and a Nabatean shrine turned-church, whose pillars frame a magnificent Negev desertscape. A wine-press attests to Nabatean arid-land farming skills.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Avdat National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Avdat National Park is Avdat National Park Loop, which has a 5.0 star rating from 2 reviews. This trail is 1.4 mi long with an elevation gain of 308 ft.
What is the longest trail in Avdat National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Avdat National Park is Ein Akev to Avdat. This trail is estimated to be 4.4 mi long.
How many trails are in Avdat National Park?
There are 4 trails in Avdat National Park.These trails have an average 4.5-star ratingfrom 3 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Avdat National Park?
Ein Akev to Avdat has the most elevation gain with 1,154 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Avdat and Roman Camp, which has 472 ft of elevation gain.
Are there camping trails available in Avdat National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 camping trail in Avdat National Park which is Ein Akev to Avdat with an average star rating from 0 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Avdat National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 2 running trails in Avdat National Park and the most popular is Avdat and Roman Camp with an average 4.0 star rating from 1 community reviews.
Are there any trails with historical ruins in Avdat National Park?
Yes, there are 4 trails with historical ruins in Avdat National Park, including Avdat National Park Loop, Avdat and Roman Camp, Ein Akev to Avdat, and Avdat National Park and Roman Army Camp Loop.
Are there any trails with archaeological sites in Avdat National Park?
Yes, there are 4 trails with archaeological sites in Avdat National Park, including Avdat National Park Loop, Avdat and Roman Camp, Ein Akev to Avdat, and Avdat National Park and Roman Army Camp Loop.
Are there any trails with caves in Avdat National Park?
Yes, there are 4 trails with caves in Avdat National Park, including Avdat National Park Loop, Avdat and Roman Camp, Ein Akev to Avdat, and Avdat National Park and Roman Army Camp Loop.
