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Masada to Arad
A Big Line Throughout the Judaean Desert
Type: One way
Distance: 18.9km
Ascent: 1329m
Descent: 460m
Time: 4-5h
Start: Masada hostel / East Parking
End: Moav View Point, Arad
Variation 1: The route can be shorten slightly by starting at Masada west parking and bypass Elazar ascent
Variation 2: Connecting with road 31 will save the last 3km before Arad
Variation 3: The opposite direction of the route is easier
Advantages: Accessible with public transportation to the trailhead
Disadvantages: Water is not available. It is unlikely to hitchhike back to the starting point. One therefore need to deposit a car or take a taxi back
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