Who you will help

Proper cycling infrastructure provides cyclists across Israel with improved quality of life and better physical health, while encouraging the exploration of Israel's nature and breathtaking views. Cycling also brings tourism to communities who rely on the industry for a stable economy - in this case, turning the region north of the Galilee into a destination for local residents and visitors interested in its unique geology and history.

Your donation will fund

To connect existing trails to nearby communities and trails, JNF will construct a 28km trail weaving through the trees, providing cool shade and fresh air even on the hottest days. Made up of three separate routes, the Mahayanim Cycling Trail will pass near the communities of Mishmar YaHarden, Gadot, Hulata, and Ayelet HaShahar. This region is known as the Korazim Plateau, a volcanic plateau bounded between by the Hula Valley in the north, Sea of Galilee in the south, the mountains of the Galilee to the west and by the Jordan River to the east. It hosts several important archaeological and historical sites, and the highest point offers impressive views of the Sea of Galilee. To bring this singletrack to life, donations will fund a 4 x 4 forest path, pruning, forestry work and maintenance, water management, signage on local stone and a notable trailhead (entrance).

Location

Mahayanim is 20km north of the Sea of Galilee.

JNF National Cycling Trails 

Biking in Israel has become a popular cultural pastime. Groups of cyclists spend the early morning hours and weekends cycling through Israel's forests. JNF Canada and partners are advancing forest cycling as part of a broader plan to improve recreation, quality of life and the physical health for citizens across Israel. Over 1,300km of cycling trails have been laid to date.