Best trails in Tel Arad National Park
Want to find the best trails in Tel Arad National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 4 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 2 easy hiking trails in Tel Arad National Park that are great for the whole family. Looking for a more strenuous hike? We've got you covered, with trails ranging from 121 to 2,956 feet in elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Tel Arad National Park.
Top trails
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(3)
•Easy
•1.1 mi
•Est. 27m
The Tel Arad National Park (תל ערד, בית ערדי וגבעת המצודות), which is a paid attraction, is often said to be one of the most impressive and unique sites in the Land of Israel, and in the desert in particular, containing the remains of a well-preserved Canaanite city dating back over 5,000 years, and it is the most preserved Canaanite site in the Middle East. Visitors get full access to its temples, palaces, streets, and storage facilities, and can view the ancient walls, towers and gates, and...
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(3)
•Moderate
•6.0 mi
•Est. 2h 8m
This route begins at the historic Tel Arad Fortress and proceeds through the desert till the edges of Arad city (תל ערד לערד). During the early Bronze Age (3300-2200 BCE), Tel Arad was the only large city in the Negev. Its residents made their living from agriculture and commerce. They raised sheep and cattle, and crops such as wheat, barley, peas, chickpeas, and olives. They traded with other Canaanite cities and with Egypt, evident from the clay pots of Egyptian origin found at the Tel....
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(2)
•Easy
•1.0 mi
•Est. 25m
During the early Bronze Age (3300-2200 BCE), Tel Arad (תל ערד מעגלי) was the only large city in the Negev. Its residents made their living from agriculture and commerce. They raised sheep and cattle, and crops such as wheat, barley, peas, chickpeas, and olives. They traded with other Canaanite cities and with Egypt, evident from the clay pots of Egyptian origin found at the Tel. Arad may have been on the Copper Route – Egypt supplied the metal to Middle Eastern countries. Canaanite Arad was...
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Tel Arad National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Tel Arad National Park is Tel Arad Aradian House and Fortress Mound, which has a 5.0 star rating from 3 reviews. This trail is 1.1 mi long with an elevation gain of 141 ft.
What is the longest trail in Tel Arad National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Tel Arad National Park is Tel Arad and Yattir Forest Loop. This trail is estimated to be 24.4 mi long.
How many trails are in Tel Arad National Park?
There are 4 trails in Tel Arad National Park. These trails have an average 3.2-star rating from 8 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Tel Arad National Park?
If you're looking for elevation gain, Tel Arad National Park has you covered. Tel Arad and Yattir Forest Loop boasts the most elevation gain with 2,956 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Tel Arad to Arad, which will get you 475 ft of elevation gain.
Are there running trails available in Tel Arad National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 2 running trails in Tel Arad National Park and the most popular is Tel Arad to Arad with an average 3.2 star rating from 3 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Tel Arad National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 biking trail in Tel Arad National Park which is Tel Arad and Yattir Forest Loop with an average star rating from 0 community reviews.