Hiking

Ein Bokek like you’ve never seen it: The wet trail almost completely empty of hikers

There are always hikers along the short, wet route in Nahal Bokek. Want a little peace and quiet? This is the time to discover a circular version of it.

You have earned the good water flowing here from every direction fair and square. The large waterfall.
Solomon’s Pools.

Hikers return to Bar Kokhba site for the first time since Oct. 7

IDF soldiers patrol by the Lebanese border in northern Israel, June 9, 2026

IDF bars hikers from entering parts of northern Israel over Sukkot

Tel Jezreel.

Tel Jezreel lookout gets fresh new look with upgraded accessibility


Israeli father killed in Slovenia while rescuing seven-year-old son from ravine fall

Gail Hillel, a father of three from Kibbutz Yizrael, died in Slovenia after falling into a ravine while attempting to save his young son, who was seriously injured.

Rescue teams descend into ravine near Bohinj area of northwestern Slovenia to locate Israeli father and son who had fallen during a hiking accident.

Hiking in the Holyland: A new year brings a change in the air

Rambam said the call of the shofar is there to awaken us from our slumber. This New Year, we can tune in to the rhythm our surroundings here in Israel offer so naturally.

Walking in the Judean Hills, it’s clear that the end of summer has descended upon the Land of Israel.

The secret northern pool: A short summer route leading to a cool spring

A year-round spring, ancient mill, and Syrian camp await on a short Nahal Jilabun trail - ideal for a refreshing northern dip without a full-day hike.

Officers' Pool, Ein Jilabun.

A decade after its destruction: The spectacular waterfall trail in the North reopens

Hikers will once again be able to enjoy a circular route overlooking Tanur Waterfall and the Hula Valley, and choose among three trails with varying levels of difficulty.

The trail collapsed after a stormy winter and is now ready for hikers. The Iyon Stream trail after renovation

Hiking in the Holy Land: Ein Haniya, an easy water outing outside Jerusalem

A Roman fountain and Byzantine pools, hiding in plain sight on the outskirts of the capital.

WHAT MAKES Ein Haniya special is that the beauty here is not only natural. It is layered. The spring emerges from a short rock-cut tunnel and flows, as it has for centuries, along a reconstructed aqueduct that carries it over a low arch and spills it into a large stone pool.

Aminadav Forest visitor center near Jerusalem reopens after major upgrade

KKL-JNF completed an upgrade of the Aminadav Forest visitor center, adding new infrastructure, accessible paths, observation points, and signage.

Bar Bahar, Aminadav Forest.

Not just in the North: The hidden pools and wet trails you need to know

We’ve gathered five sites - from the Galilee to the Great Crater - that prove that even in the hottest season of the year, Israeli nature knows how to offer shade, water, and coolness.

Ein Yorke'am.

One of Israel's rarest springs reopens: Ein Mabua returns for the summer hiking season

Following upgrades including a new parking lot, safe access path, and renovated restrooms, the Prat Stream site reopens free with registration.

Ein Mabua.

Hiking the Holyland: On Derech Ha’Avot, tasting the sweet fruits the spies failed to see

Along Derech Ha’Avot, green grapes and ancient steps evoke memories of the biblical spies, the fruits of the land, and the lesson of being in Israel without fear.

A leafy fig tree, one thing the spies never let themselves taste.

From hitchhiking to hot springs: Three lifelong friends reunite on São Miguel

Three lifelong friends reunite on São Miguel, where crater lakes, thermal pools, sulfur steam, and old travel habits test their bond 30 years later.

THE VOLCANIC crater lakes of Sete Cidades are among São Miguel’s most iconic landscapes. Ever-changing weather and light made each visit different.