Israel National Trail — Sections 49–52: Zihor Junction to Timna Park visitor center
~4 days · 47.6 mi · hard · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Israel National Trail — Sections 49–52: Zihor Junction to Timna Park visitor center is known for
Sections 49–52 of Israel National Trail is an official 76 km point-to-point section from Zihor Junction to Timna Park visitor center.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 1,755 ft to 7,999 ft over 47.6 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 25.9 mi · 55%
- Downhill 8.7 mi · 18%
- Flat 12.9 mi · 27%
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 49–52: Zihor Junction to Timna Park visitor center?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Israel National Trail — Sections 49–52: Zihor Junction to Timna Park visitor center scores 16/100, 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 49–52: Zihor Junction to Timna Park visitor center take?
Most backpackers hike the Israel National Trail — Sections 49–52: Zihor Junction to Timna Park visitor center in about 4 days (3 nights out) over its 47.6 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Israel National Trail — Sections 49–52: Zihor Junction to Timna Park visitor center?
The Israel National Trail — Sections 49–52: Zihor Junction to Timna Park visitor center climbs roughly 4,055 ft total — about 85 ft per mile, topping out near 2,438 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.