Hasharon Trail - Alexander River
Lowest point
Cumulative Ascent
Trail Type
One Way
Highest point
חד כיווני
48
Distance
15.1 km, 9.38 miles.
Difficulty Level
1/4
30
0
Cumulative Descent
Navigation File
20
Starting Point
End Point
Vicker Observation
מצפור ויקר
Michmoret
חניית שפך נחל אלכסנדר
Recommended Season
All Seasons
During the summer months, it is recommended to start the trail in the early morning hours, before temperatures rise — or alternatively, in the late afternoon when the weather becomes more pleasant.
Note: Most of the trail is fully exposed to the sun with little to no shade, so it’s important to come prepared — with water, a hat, sunscreen, and appropriate clothing.
All Seasons
During the summer months, it is recommended to start the trail in the early morning hours, before temperatures rise — or alternatively, in the late afternoon when the weather becomes more pleasant.
Note: Most of the trail is fully exposed to the sun with little to no shade, so it’s important to come prepared — with water, a hat, sunscreen, and appropriate clothing.
Trail Description
The trail begins at Viker Lookout, offering a scenic view of the Mishmar HaSharon Reservoir. From there, we run westward along Alexander Stream, following Emek Trail – a wide white gravel path, comfortable for running, passing through open fields, eucalyptus trees, citrus groves, cotton fields, and orchards.
Up to Ma’abarot Kibbutz, the path is mostly white gravel. After that, it connects to a well-maintained promenade. Upon reaching the Alexander Stream Nature Reserve, the trail becomes a dirt road, partially forested, and continues all the way to the stream’s estuary and the Mediterranean beach.
Along the route, several bridges cross Alexander Stream, and the entire trail is clearly marked and easy to navigate. There are no road crossings, making it especially safe and pleasant.
The trail begins at Viker Lookout, offering a scenic view of the Mishmar HaSharon Reservoir. From there, we run westward along Alexander Stream, following Emek Trail – a wide white gravel path, comfortable for running, passing through open fields, eucalyptus trees, citrus groves, cotton fields, and orchards.
Up to Ma’abarot Kibbutz, the path is mostly white gravel. After that, it connects to a well-maintained promenade. Upon reaching the Alexander Stream Nature Reserve, the trail becomes a dirt road, partially forested, and continues all the way to the stream’s estuary and the Mediterranean beach.
Along the route, several bridges cross Alexander Stream, and the entire trail is clearly marked and easy to navigate. There are no road crossings, making it especially safe and pleasant.
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Follow this marked trail all the way to the end, where it reaches the Mediterranean Sea.
There are multiple bridges that cross the Alexander River along the trail.
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About 3 km before the end of the trail (approximately 12 km from the starting point, near the Turtle Bridge), the route joins the Israel National Trail — marked in orange, blue, and white — which continues all the way to the Mediterranean Sea.
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