Hod Hasharon - Afek Park
Lowest point
Cumulative Ascent
Trail Type
One Way
Highest point
חד כיווני
29
Distance
11.58 km, 7.20 miles.
Difficulty Level
1/4
44
0
Cumulative Descent
Navigation File
33
Starting Point
End Point
Hod Hasharon Ecological Park
הפארק האקולוגי הוד השרון
Tel Afek, Antipatris
פארק אפק
Recommended Season
The trail is partially shaded, especially along the first few kilometers, and is suitable for running year-round.
In winter, following heavy rainfall, you may encounter muddy sections, but in most cases, a moderate detour will allow you to continue along the route.
The trail is partially shaded, especially along the first few kilometers, and is suitable for running year-round.
In winter, following heavy rainfall, you may encounter muddy sections, but in most cases, a moderate detour will allow you to continue along the route.
Trail Description
The trail begins at the Hod Hasharon Ecological Park, heading 1.3 kilometers south along the Hadar River until it connects with the marked Israel National Trail.
From there, the route continues eastward, following the Yarkon River, all the way to the parking area of the Antipatris Fortress within Park Afek.
Please note:
There are two specific points along the trail where, if you start early in the morning, you may need to temporarily detour and then rejoin the Israel National Trail due to access restrictions or closed gates.
The trail begins at the Hod Hasharon Ecological Park, heading 1.3 kilometers south along the Hadar River until it connects with the marked Israel National Trail.
From there, the route continues eastward, following the Yarkon River, all the way to the parking area of the Antipatris Fortress within Park Afek.
Please note:
There are two specific points along the trail where, if you start early in the morning, you may need to temporarily detour and then rejoin the Israel National Trail due to access restrictions or closed gates.
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The trail begins at the Hod Hasharon Ecological Park, Start running south
Run for about 200 meters, then follow the path until you reach a small stream.
You can either cross the stream or stay on its left (eastern) side and run alongside it until you reach the Israel National Trail. (about 800 meters)
From here, you can follow the Israel National Trail heading east until the trail ends. You'll run alongside the Yarkon River and pass under two major roads via tunnels.
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בטיחות והתנהלות
יש לשאת ציוד מתאים ולפעול לפי כללי הבטיחות.
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