It’s not unusual to find a river in the stones here in Israel. Or green and hilly fields of wildflowers. But the combination of these two elements in such a striking way turned Nahal Tavor into a secret paradise, tucked away from the crowds.
Length Range: 5-10 km
Nahal Dolev
The long-haired goats had rich brown, speckled coats. Red poppies peeked up from the grass below. And white birds hovered low over the flocks, sharing a symbiotic relationship.
A Long Ramble Through Little Switzerland – Carmel
The Carmel mountains hold a mysterious beauty, dark and deep. They take in whoever ventures down to explore in the shadows.
Nahal Arugot and the Fairy Pools
Nahal Arugot, the Hidden Waterfall, and the Fairy Pool up above were like secrets of the desert, just waiting to be discovered by anyone willing to dig a little deeper.
Kedoshim Forest – Carmila Mountain and Riverbed
It felt like walking through a river, but there was no river in sight. Moss and algae grew everywhere. And of course, the flowers.