The Best Hiking Trails in Jordan

Fuhais to Iraq Al-Ameer/Qasr Al-Abed

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Hala Naz

Distance

10.59mi

Elevation +

1296f

TrailRank

36

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-Most of the trail is on a paved road, some steep uphills will be encountered along the trail. -There are alot of dogs along the trail, especially near the brewery at the beginning. -Since most of the trail is not shad...

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Wadi Al Thamad, Rumail, Wala Dam

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Hassan Alkadi

Distance

11.81mi

Elevation +

1345f

TrailRank

36

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Hiking trail in Madaba starting from Wadi Al Thamad, passing Wadi Rumail, finishing at Wala Dam. The trail should be rated as easy trail despite the distance elevation at the end of the trail, how ever the weather fac...

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Almond trail / Umm Quais

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martinrobi07

Distance

7.92mi

Elevation +

551f

TrailRank

36

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A moderate to difficult hiking trail that offers nice views on the see of Galilee, Palestine territories, Israel and the Golan height. A guide is recommended since this hike goes offtrack the main Almond trail, especial...

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Hike to most beautiful viewpoint in Petra (on treasury)

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hrbackpacker

Distance

1.62mi

Elevation +

722f

TrailRank

36

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This is short part of hike how to get to most beautiful viewpoint in Petra, upper view on Treasury. Many beduin children will try to get money from you trying to guide you to so called "Indiana Jones" viewpoint. This is ...

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The not so official Jordan Trail from Dana to Petra day 2: Feynach - Al Manşūrah

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Dorfmeister

Distance

7.33mi

Elevation +

3169f

TrailRank

36

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If you have a look at the statistics this day doesn't seem to be difficult, but let those numbers don't fool you. This is probably the hardest stage I have ever did in my life. This stage follows goat paths over mountain...

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Petra High Places

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bisbj

Distance

10.22mi

Elevation +

2707f

TrailRank

36

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A beautiful hike that takes in some great sights. Note: There are some steep exposed old stairs carved out of the rock, so maybe "easy" is not the right description for everyone.

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‘Irāq al Amīr - Qasr Al-abd

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Khalid Qasem

Distance

4.82mi

Elevation +

472f

TrailRank

35

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You will start or finish this trail by visiting qasr al-abd . The highlight of the Iraq al-Amir tour is the visit of Qasr al-Abd, an architectural monument of unique character in Jordan. The Hellenistic palace was built ...

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Khirbet al Souk to King Talal Dam (As Sūq - Al Maşţabah)

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martzold

Distance

11.59mi

Elevation +

1217f

TrailRank

35

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Following the Jordan Trail from Khirbet al Souk to King Talal Dam. The route takes you up a secluded wooded valley, then a long descent to the Dam. The views over the Zarqa Valley are excellent. It is quiet countryside, ...

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Jordan Trail: Wadi Malaga - Petra

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Bezdomny

Distance

46.89mi

Elevation +

7500f

TrailRank

35

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We skipped a few of the standard points due to weather and also hitchhiked a bit on the paved parts of this route, but overall, was a long day with lots of hiking. Incidentally, we unknowingly entered Petra without ticke...

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Jordan - Petra

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Q10

Distance

15.90mi

Elevation +

5879f

TrailRank

35

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This trail will take you to all the highlights of Petra: As Siq, viewpoint from Jabal al Khubtha to Al Khazneh, central Petra, Ad Deir, three viewpoint over Wadi Araba/Israel and High Place of Sacrifice.

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Wadi Mukheiris

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Preston Motes

Distance

4.82mi

Elevation +

472f

TrailRank

35

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Easy Wadi just opposite the Hilton Dead Sea Convention Center. Recent seismic activity in 2020 has caused some major rockfall and unstable slopes so use caution

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سد الملك طلال king talal dam

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Hothaifa Mh

Distance

3.45mi

Elevation +

1115f

TrailRank

35| 4.0

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short loop trail to give the time to enjoy the place and feel the beautiful nature , remember to have company with you while doing it

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Al Qādisīyah/Alquneys -khashim Ismael

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Qais Naber

Distance

5.46mi

Elevation +

942f

TrailRank

35

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Hike inside Dana reservoir. The trail’s finish point is the same the starting point. The total distance is more than 18km. The return part is the reverse of the recoded part. Enjoy!

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Tor abu mahmoud - ajloun

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rasheed moqbel

Distance

2.80mi

Elevation +

679f

TrailRank

35

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I was surprised with many plants that scratches the skin and in the first part you have to exercise squatas lots yo go under the trees But nice scenery an green spots The start of trail is near rock climbing natural wa...

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Behind Ajloun Castle Loop Trail

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Joseph and Rachelle Walker

Distance

4.51mi

Elevation +

1102f

TrailRank

35

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A loop trail following the paved and gravel roads behind the Ajloun castle. Downhill then uphill, beautiful countryside and quiet hike. Keep an eye out for sheep dogs they can be a little aggressive.

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Petra to Jabal Harun to Sacrifice Site

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Olivier Boudart

Distance

16.58mi

Elevation +

3048f

TrailRank

35

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Hike inside the site. We started with Jabal Harun where we had our lunch enjoying the view over the desert. Went back and up again to the sacrifice site with another splendid view over the site.

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Wadi Mukheris

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Ibrahim K.

Distance

5.24mi

Elevation +

459f

TrailRank

35

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Nice trail with a stream that starts about 15 minutes into the hike. There are lots of little waterfalls and pools to cool off in. Went in August 2021 and there was plenty of water. A fun short hike that is pretty easy.

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Dana Trail

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Brad De Abreu

Distance

9.12mi

Elevation +

879f

TrailRank

35| 4.33

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I walked down the trail about 7.5kms and then returned back the same way. The views and the landscapes are marvellous. You notice how they change as you get lower into the valley. It's a great trail that is very green co...

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Jordan - Petra - Al Madras To High Place Of Sacrifice

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julien.labalme

Distance

3.36mi

Elevation +

584f

TrailRank

35| 5.0

This trail start from a little bit after the visitor center on the left and goes through the treasury from above and the high place of sacrifice. Prepare good shoes.

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Qaser skhaim to Al beqa'awyeh

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s.abugharbieh33

Distance

16.46mi

Elevation +

259f

TrailRank

34

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The only hard thing is that you should walk most of the trail on stones as shown in pictures. It was nice with wide water areas.

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Al Fuḩayş - Al Salt

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Yousef.khataybeh

Distance

5.90mi

Elevation +

1588f

TrailRank

34

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If you're not that adventurous, don't think about taking it at all. It's pretty difficult and there are a lot of challenges. Nevertheless, it's totally amazing and I was fascinated by the amazing different sceneries. I...

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King Talal Dam

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martinrobi07

Distance

5.03mi

Elevation +

928f

TrailRank

34| 4.0

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Beautiful hike that was completed in March, best time to do it since it’s very colorful at this time of year. I parked my car behind a mosque (see starting point) in a very quiet area. The hike itself is not hard, but ...

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Zoubia Forest - Khirbat al Ḩāwī

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Noortje Gerritsma

Distance

4.20mi

Elevation +

433f

TrailRank

34

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This hike is part of the Jordan trail, Umm Qais to Ajloun (leg: BEIT IDIS TO RASOUN). This means that the vast majority of this hike is marked (i.e. apart from the first 800 metres and the last 25 metres, which will b...

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[Petra] Wadi Al Mudhlim + Wadi Al Mataha (Tunnel track)

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Carlos09

Distance

2.89mi

Elevation +

502f

TrailRank

34| 4.67

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AVOID ENTERING WITH RISK OF OR DURING RAIN DUE TO FLASH-FLOOD RISK. The track is easy, but as you can see in the pictures with some steps to deal. No way to be lost at crosses having the wall always on your left. Poli...

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Petra Backdoor hike

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Rutger Nieuwenhuis 1

Distance

7.13mi

Elevation +

2057f

TrailRank

34

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Petra Backdoor hike Leave your car at visitors center Petra Take shuttle to little Petra Follow the trail to the Monastry (Ad Deir) Enjoy the magic and natural beauty of the landscape, and the many steps up to the monast...

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