Israel National Trail — Sections 46–48: Sapir to Zihor Junction
~3 days · 35.9 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Israel National Trail — Sections 46–48: Sapir to Zihor Junction is known for
Sections 46–48 of Israel National Trail is an official 61 km point-to-point section from Sapir to Zihor Junction.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from -75 ft to 4,124 ft over 35.9 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 20.6 mi · 57%
- Downhill 8.6 mi · 24%
- Flat 6.6 mi · 19%
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 46–48: Sapir to Zihor Junction?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Israel National Trail — Sections 46–48: Sapir to Zihor Junction scores 14/100, 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 46–48: Sapir to Zihor Junction take?
Most backpackers hike the Israel National Trail — Sections 46–48: Sapir to Zihor Junction in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 35.9 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Israel National Trail — Sections 46–48: Sapir to Zihor Junction?
The Israel National Trail — Sections 46–48: Sapir to Zihor Junction climbs roughly 3,192 ft total — about 89 ft per mile, topping out near 1,257 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.