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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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