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- Region
- Jordan
- Biome
- Desert-Mediterranean mix (0–1,700 m)
- Best season
- March – May, September – November
- Difficulty
- moderate
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Desert Hiking
- Canyoneering
Key takeaways
- Biome: Desert-Mediterranean mix (0–1,700 m)
- Best season: March – May, September – November
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
Photos of Jordan Trail (Thru-Hike)
Topic summary
A 650-km north-south thru-hike from Umm Qais to Aqaba across Jordan's diverse landscapes.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: March – May, September – November
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Desert-Mediterranean mix (0–1,700 m)
Tools for a trip here
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- Sleep System Temp CalculatorCold nights: check your bag and pad add up to a safe sleep.
- Base Weight CalculatorEvery ounce is carried — total your kit and find your base weight.
- Pack Volume SizerSize the pack for your trip length and season.
- Water Purification MatrixTreat water from streams and lakes on trail.
- Layering CalculatorCold-season miles: layer for climbs and camp.
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Jordan Trail (Thru-Hike) trip tools
How to get there
Jordan Trail (Thru-Hike) is in Jordan, Jordan. Its center point is 30.3000, 35.5000. Use these links for live turn-by-turn directions from where you are, then confirm road, trailhead and access conditions with the managing agency before you leave.
Popular pursuits at Jordan Trail (Thru-Hike)
- Backpacking
Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.
- Hiking
Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.
- Desert Hiking
Water carries and heat management drive the plan.
- Canyoneering
Narrows, downclimbs, and flash-flood timing.
Maps, GPS & compass for this trip
Carry a waterproof paper map and a compass you can steer by, and treat the GPS as the backup — not the other way round. Buying links go to Amazon; Wild10 earns a commission at no cost to you.
Waterproof topo maps
- Waterproof topographic map — Jordan Trail (Thru-Hike)Amazon search for waterproof, tear-resistant topo maps covering this area.
- National Geographic Trails IllustratedThe waterproof Trails Illustrated series — check for a sheet covering this area.
- Waterproof map case & compass lanyardKeep a paper map readable in rain, spray and a swamped boat.
Fishing at Jordan Trail (Thru-Hike)
Planning to fish Jordan Trail (Thru-Hike)? Fishing licences, open seasons and catch limits in Jordan are set by the local wildlife authority and change every year — check the official source before you cast a line.
Do I need a fishing licence at Jordan Trail (Thru-Hike)?
- A Jordan fishing licence is normally required for anyone over the local youth age.
- Read the current Jordan fishing regulations for special waters, barbless-hook or catch-and-release rules.
- Clean, drain and dry boats and gear between waters to stop invasive species.
We don't have a verified licensing link on file for Jordan yet — contact the park or land manager listed on this page for current hunting and fishing rules.
Hunting near Jordan Trail (Thru-Hike)
Thinking about hunting Jordan Trail (Thru-Hike)? Hunting seasons, tags and draws in Jordan are set by the wildlife authority each year. Confirm the rules for your species and unit before you go.
Is hunting allowed at Jordan Trail (Thru-Hike)?
- Confirm the land around Jordan Trail (Thru-Hike) is open to hunting and which management unit it falls in.
What do I need to hunt in Jordan?
- A Jordan hunting licence — most jurisdictions also require hunter education certification.
- Species tags or draw results for big game such as deer, elk, moose or bear where they occur.
- Knowledge of firearm and bow transport rules, which differ by land type and border crossing.
We don't have a verified licensing link on file for Jordan yet — contact the park or land manager listed on this page for current hunting and fishing rules.