Gold-DateDate spots in Binyamin
Springs, lookouts, parks, and covered spots for rainy or hot days. Every place was found and checked by the community.
A joint project of the מקומות יפים לדייטים ("Beautiful Places for Dates") community and Gold-Date
BinyaminEin HaKramim / Ginot Matanya
Inside the yishuv of Kochav HaShahar: two nice pools (not always full of water), lawn, shade shelters, a pergola, a water tap, and seating areas. On the upper level, there are mosaic tables and chairs
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BinyaminMitzpe Haresha Lookout (Gag HaAretz)
A lookout located on the western side of the yishuv, overlooking from Hadera in the north all the way to Gaza in the south—an amazing place!
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BinyaminEin HaGvura Spring in Eli
A beautiful double spring, with lots of spread-out seating areas, and a very well-maintained spot.
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BinyaminMitzpe Rimonim - Mitzpe Eli Lookout
At the edge of the yishuv of Rimonim, a lookout overlooking the Jordan Valley and the Judean Desert all the way to the Dead Sea.
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BinyaminDead Sea Balcony in Mitzpe Yeriho + Cliff of Hope
The descent to the bench on the cliff has no proper trail, down a steep slope.
A really beautiful lookout in the yishuv of Mitzpe Yeriho facing toward Yeriho and the Dead Sea. Pleasant in the evening hours.
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BinyaminMitzpe Shilo, Eli
An amazing lookout in memory of Shilo Rauchberger in the Nof Harim neighborhood, Eli. The spot has a pergola, a swing, low seating benches, picnic tables and benches, wooden chairs, a campfire corner,
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BinyaminHaGdudim HaIvriyim Picnic Area, Nahal Shilo
Right next to Shilo Junction, west of the road, there is a grove in memory of the Hebrew Battalions (Jewish Legion) of World War I. There is also a building on-site and sometimes activities run by "Bi
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BinyaminGan HaTzuk Park and the Long Deck Promenade (Kfar Adumim)
Gan HaTzuk is a public park at the northern edge of Kfar Adumim, on the edge of the cliff above Nahal Prat (Wadi Qelt), at the edge of the Judean Desert. It has a lawn, large trees that give shade, an
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BinyaminMitzpe Yosef in Ahiya
A lookout overlooking the surrounding mountains and valleys, with a view of the entire Gush Shilo area. The lookout is named after Rabbi Yosef Shoker z"l, who founded the yishuv of Ahiya. The spot is
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BinyaminEin Riya Spring
In September 2026, a visitor was murdered at the spring in a shooting attack. It is recommended to check the security situation and come in a group.
Ein Riya, also called Ma'ayan Banaba since 2026, is a spring that flows year-round in the Wadi Riya valley in western Binyamin, near Neve Tzuf (Halamish) and right alongside Route 465. The spring wate
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BinyaminYonatan HaKatan (near Ein Fawwar)
The area is sensitive security-wise, and it is recommended to hike here in a group and carrying a weapon. In the winter, there is a risk of flash floods.
A natural pool in the riverbed of Nahal Prat, also called Wadi Qelt, less than a kilometer north of the yishuv Kfar Adumim. It is located upstream, about a kilometer and a half west of Ein Mabua, the
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BinyaminHar Kida Lookout
A swing and a table at the top of the mountain. Near the antennas.
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BinyaminEretz Bereshit (Genesis Land)
Eretz Bereshit is a farm located at the entrance to the yishuv of Alon, in the northern Judean Desert, about a twenty-minute drive from Jerusalem on the way to the Dead Sea. The site brings stories fr
BinyaminCafe Bakatze, Mitzpe Yeriho
Cafe Bakatze is a coffee cart at the Dead Sea Balcony, an overlook at the end of the road leading out of the yishuv of Mitzpe Yeriho, about 700 meters from the last houses. The balcony was built in 20
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BinyaminKhan Luban - Khan Levona
The khan is located near the village of Luban ash-Sharqiya, where there were violent incidents in 2026. It's recommended to check the situation before heading out.
Khan al-Luban was apparently built during the Mamluk period or early in the Ottoman period, along the ancient road connecting Jerusalem to Shechem, at the foot of Ma'ale Levona. Caravans traveling to
BinyaminEin Samiya
In recent years there have been repeated violent incidents near the spring. It is advisable to check the situation before heading out. The water in the spring is deep, and there is no organized parking.
Ein Samiya, the largest spring in the area between the Shomron mountains and the Jordan Valley, flows in the bed of Nahal Yitav north of Kochav HaShahar, near where the Allon Road crosses the stream.
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Mitzpor Avraham Gavish Lookout, Givat Harel
A beautiful lookout with a pergola and benches, near the Givat Harel winery
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Promenade Between Neria and Talmon
A 2 km long promenade with lots of benches, swings, and seating areas. In the middle, there's a large playground and a grass soccer field.
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Mitzpe Adei Ad (Mitzpe Malachi)
A lookout below Adei Ad with a view looking out toward the Jordan Valley and Kochav HaShachar.
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Mitzpe Adiel - Kochav HaShachar
A beautiful lookout at the edge of Kochav HaShachar, pergola, swings, tables, and a beautiful view at the foot of Har Hatzor all the way to the Gilad mountains
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Spring in Ateret
You must come with a weapon.
Two gorgeous pools, a gorgeous view, KKL picnic tables
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Ein Oz
Two springs, one deep and the other nice, seating areas, a deck.
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Ein Dolev Spring
Recommended to arrive in a group or with an armed escort.
Set among the vineyards of Dolev, a lovely spring with seating areas and fruit trees
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Ein Meir
Several lovely springs with a lookout point, swings, pergolas, and seating areas.
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Ein Talmon Spring
Two springs, one lower and the other nice, seating areas, wooden deck.
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Ein Nahliel Spring
A nice spring (one meter deep), shaded most hours of the day, with seating areas.
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Einot Aner
In December 2024, the High Court of Justice accepted a petition against the structures at the site. The current status there is unclear to us, so it is worth checking before you head out.
Several springs and water sources, good pools for dipping into and nice places to sit.
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Giborot HaTanach Trail
A trail connecting several springs with seating areas along the way (the springs aren't that great, except for Ein Nachliel).
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Mitzpe Givat HaYekavim Lookout
A gorgeous lookout, a high and beautiful spot overlooking all of central Israel. On the hill, there is a very short circular trail and hiding complexes from the time of Bar Kochba.
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Ein Dani (Bubin) Spring
The spring is in Area C, and in recent years visitors have been murdered here in two terror attacks. Before heading out, check with the Binyamin hotline to see if the place is open and secured, and come in a group.
A huge, deep spring, suitable for swimming.
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"HaKaron" in Eli
At the edge of the yishuv, beautiful view, benches to sit on, a relatively spacious spot with a large grassy area.
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Lookout in Na'ale
A big playground in Na'ale, best to come at night so there won't be kids around. There are benches
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Playground in Nili
A nice playground inside the yishuv
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The Lookout at Mitzpe Dani
A lookout with a 360-degree view toward Jerusalem, the Dead Sea, and the Binyamin mountains. There are benches, an audio guide, and a map.
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Ein Mabua / Ein Fawwar
The reserve may be partially closed for maintenance work. We didn't find an updated notice, so it's a good idea to check the Israel Nature and Parks Authority website before heading out.
Part of Nahal Prat, a large spring with restrooms and a stream nearby. Lots of seating areas, benches, and shade.
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Lookouts in Kfar Adumim
3 beautiful lookouts overlooking Nahal Prat, located right on the road itself, recommended to come at sunset
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Ein Prat and Breichat HaTamar
It's not clear to us if there is currently a lifeguard at the pool. The pool is deep, and do not jump into it. It's worth checking the Israel Nature and Parks Authority website before heading out, and you may need to book in advance.
Part of Nahal Prat, with lots of entry points to the stream. Restrooms and changing rooms, a deep pool with a lifeguard, benches, and shade.
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Mitzpe Rechavam Lookout on Har HaKuba
A pergola at the peak of Har HaKuba, with a sort of benches inside that are comfortable to sit on, and a beautiful view towards the Jordan Valley and the Dead Sea.
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The Pergola, Kochav HaShachar
A pergola with benches, swings, hammocks, and a lookout toward Jericho and the Dead Sea
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Bustan HaShmona
An orchard in memory of the eight fallen soldiers of the Battle of Bint Jbeil. There are shaded seating areas, swings, and a barbecue area. Plenty of parking.
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Mitzpe Elyashiv (HaTznir) Lookout in Dolev
You exit to the lookout through a gate in the yishuv fence, which opens with a code.
Hammocks hanging in a large rock niche, with a swing, tables, and benches. There's a great view.
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Lookout toward the Jordan from the Alon Area
Benches scattered along the mountainside with a view of the Jordan and the carved-out stream below them.
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Givat Asaf Playground
A nice playground inside the yishuv. There are a few benches.
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Artis Lookout - Beit El
Inside Beit El. A few benches, trees, and grass. A quiet place with no concern of yichud.
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Ein Ohr Yakar Spring - Beit El
Inside Beit El. A cute spot with 3 springs at different heights. Has a shade canopy and benches. It was renovated very recently.
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St. George Lookout
According to the Nature and Parks Authority, the area east of the St. George Monastery is a closed military zone. It is not clear to us whether the path to the lookout passes through it, so it is best to check before heading out.
A stunning lookout over Nahal Prat in the Mitzpe Yeriho area. Park at the entrance to the St. George Monastery and take a short walk following the trail markers up to the lookout
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Ein Rashash Spring
Carrying a firearm is recommended.
A great spring with a natural flow and a pool you can get into. The site was recently renovated and has benches, a deck, and a swing. Overlooks Wadi Rashash, the Sartaba, and the Jordan Valley.
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Shade and Benches near Eli
KKL picnic benches under an oak tree
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Beit El Bakery Cafe (Paid)
A nice and quiet bakery in the center of Beit El. Open Sun–Thu and Motzei Shabbat until 22:30. Friday until 14:30
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Mitzpe Endo, Ofra
A lookout with a large, comfortable pergola in memory of Sergeant First Class Andualem (Endo) Kabedeh, a combat soldier in the heavy machinery (Tzama) company of the 603rd Battalion, who fell in Gaza
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Ein Shilo (Ein Seilun)
In the summer of 2026 the spring dried up, and the pool was filled with tap water. The pool is deep, and entering it is at your own risk. It's a good idea to check before heading out if there's water.
A very high spring with benches, swings, and a pergola around it. There's a beautiful view and it's easy to reach by car right up to the spot.
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Malachei HaShalom
There have been security incidents in the area in recent years, and it is not clear to us whether entry to the place is permitted. It's a good idea to check before heading out.
A farm/yishuv with goat pens and spots to walk around and take in the view. Nearby is Ein Rashash.
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Beit El Petting Zoo
A nice petting zoo with interesting animals and picnic tables. Admission is a nominal fee.
Ein Tzuf
On 20.9.2026, a visitor was murdered in a shooting attack at Ein Riya, a nearby spring next to Neve Tzuf. It is recommended to check the security situation before heading out.
Ein Tzuf is a spring in the Nahal Gufna riverbed, nestled in green woodland below the yishuv of Neve Tzuf in western Binyamin. You reach it on foot via the Birds Trail (Shvil HaTziporim), a loop of ab
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A Corner in Kochav HaShachar
Seating area - the spot has wooden benches and trees that give nice shade, with a view overlooking the entire Jordan Valley and Jericho. The ideal place for a pakal / date / just sitting and thinking
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Mitzpe Ilay Lookout, Dolev
A lookout in memory of the soldier Ilay Garfinkel Hy"d, who fell near Dolev. At the site there is a lookout point, a spot for a poike, and swings.
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Mitzpe Eliyahu Lookout
There is 'Mitzpe Eliyahu' named after Rabbi Mordechai Eliyahu, located right by the yishuv of Kokhav Ya'akov. A sweet spot with a pergola, KKL picnic tables, and a stunning view! A hundred meters from
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Mitzpe Yonatan - Beit El
A lookout in memory of Sergeant Yonatan Elias, Hy"d
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From Ofra to Amona
After the evacuation in 2017, the hill was declared a closed military zone, and entry was only with prior coordination. It isn't clear to us what the situation is today, so it's worth checking before you head out.
A hill at an elevation of about 900 meters, which is a spur of Har Ba'al Hatzor, about a kilometer east of the yishuv of Ofra in Binyamin. The walk from Ofra to the hill is relatively short, and from
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