Rare 'Ein Aravot' Springs Offer Cool Pool Fed by Large Black Pipe in Upper Galilee

"Ein Aravot" is a unique water source in northern Israel’s Upper Galilee, where cool water flows not from a natural spring but through a large black pipe. This water is surplus from Mekorot, Israel’s national water company, which releases it into the Dishon Stream as part of a national program to restore spring waters to nature. The result is a small, shallow pool shaded by willow trees and surrounded by raspberry bushes, providing a refreshing spot for visitors.

The author, Israeli guide Israel Shapira, discovered Ein Aravot after a long day leading a challenging hiking course along the Nahal Kedesh trail, near Nabi Yusha and Alma Cave. Despite the strenuous day, the cool water revived his tired legs. Ein Aravot is one of the few places along the 31-kilometer Dishon Stream where water still flows during summer, as most of the stream’s water is now pumped out.

Nearby is the tomb of the prophet Isaiah, which the author plans to explore in future writings. Visitors can locate Ein Aravot easily by entering it into navigation apps. The article emphasizes that the description is a personal experience, not a safety recommendation, and advises hikers to take necessary precautions, especially in the West Bank area, including coordinating with the military and traveling in armed groups when appropriate.

For safety and legal compliance, visitors should follow local signage, check weather conditions, and coordinate with the Nature and Parks Authority. Contact information for coordinating visits and inquiries about water access is provided, including the Nature and Parks Authority hotline and the Forest Line.