Jordan River Estuary Trail

Highlights

An ideal trail for active families and confident hikers. A rare hike to the point where the Jordan River meets the Dead Sea — with wide-open views and a landscape shaped over thousands of years.

Here, the Jordan has cut through the sediments of an ancient lakebed, carving a hidden canyon before disappearing into the Dead Sea. The trail also passes near the historic evaporation ponds of the early potash works that operated here before the establishment of the State of Israel. This is a circular, round-trip route.

Along Route

Interpretive signs & historic photographs
Live performers & jugglers
Professional guides along the way
Scan-to-watch video stops

Weather Alert! !
If the trail is closed due to rainfall in the days leading up to the event (up to three days prior), the production team may cancel the weekend. Ticket holders will be notified by email/SMS.

Distance: 7.5 km round trip (≈4.7 miles)

Participant Kit Pick-Up: Lido Inn, Lido Junction

Starting Point

From Lido Junction:

Arriving from the north — turn left
Arriving from the south — continue straight

Continue along the access track for approximately 2 km until you reach the parking area. Signage is available on-site.

Safety Rules & Trail

- Confirm this trail suits your group before purchasing tickets.
- Circular trail: “Land of the Monasteries to Wadi Qelt” round trip – 4 km
- Linear trail: “Baptism Site – Historic Beit Ha’Arava” linear trail – 6.5 km
- ”Jordan River Estuary” trail round trip – 7.5 km
- Use the official trail map provided with your participant kit.
- Stay on the marked path. Do not step off the trail.
Areas beside the trail may be suspected mined zones — leaving the path is dangerous and strictly prohibited.
- Hike only between 8:00 and 15:00. Plan your schedule carefully to exit the area before the trail closes. Entry after 12:00 PM will not be permitted
- Bring: a hat, closed walking shoes, comfortable clothing, and at least 2 liters of water per person.
- Entering the monasteries is strictly prohibited.
- Strollers: the Jordan River Estuary route is not stroller-friendly. The additional trails may accommodate strollers, unless the ground is muddy after rain.
- Do not climb slopes or approach steep edges.
- Do not harm wildlife, vegetation, or geological features
- Keep the area clean — respect nature, bring bags and take all rubbish and empty bottles with you.
Emergencies
In case of an emergency or danger, stop at the side, report, and wait for rescue services
Police 100
Ambulance (Magen David Adom) 101.
To report a safety hazard (with precise details) Phone/WhatsApp: +972 50-717-9042

HAPPY HIKING!