Israel National Trail — Sections 40–42: Nahal Madar night camp to Mitzpe Ramon
~3 days · 38.3 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Israel National Trail — Sections 40–42: Nahal Madar night camp to Mitzpe Ramon is known for
Sections 40–42 of Israel National Trail is an official 63.5 km point-to-point section from Nahal Madar night camp to Mitzpe Ramon.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 2,799 ft to 8,990 ft over 38.3 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 20.4 mi · 54%
- Downhill 11.2 mi · 29%
- Flat 6.4 mi · 17%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Israel National Trail — Sections 40–42: Nahal Madar night camp to Mitzpe Ramon?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Israel National Trail — Sections 40–42: Nahal Madar night camp to Mitzpe Ramon scores 24/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Israel National Trail — Sections 40–42: Nahal Madar night camp to Mitzpe Ramon take?
Most backpackers hike the Israel National Trail — Sections 40–42: Nahal Madar night camp to Mitzpe Ramon in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 38.3 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Israel National Trail — Sections 40–42: Nahal Madar night camp to Mitzpe Ramon?
The Israel National Trail — Sections 40–42: Nahal Madar night camp to Mitzpe Ramon climbs roughly 7,343 ft total — about 192 ft per mile, topping out near 2,766 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.