Al Bitnah Hiking Trail Fujairah
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Trail stats
- Distance
- 3.33 mi
- Elevation gain
- 781 ft
- Technical difficulty
- Easy
- Elevation loss
- 781 ft
- Max elevation
- 1,327 ft
- TrailRank
- 51
- Min elevation
- 1,327 ft
- Trail type
- Loop
- Moving time
- one hour 33 minutes
- Time
- 2 hours 4 minutes
- Coordinates
- 945
- Uploaded
- March 16, 2024
- Recorded
- March 2024
near Biţnah, Fujairah (United Arab Emirates)
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Itinerary description
The Nature & Heritage Walk Trail:
This is an easy, family-friendly trail that winds along the plains surrounding the Bithnah Fort and a small oasis with lush green farms and abundant palm groves. Informative signs are posted along the way, providing hikers with interesting details about the cultural heritage, vegetation, and migratory birds of the region.
The Bithnah Hiking Trail:
This is a more challenging hike that starts from an old watchtower near the fort and makes its way up to an adjoining summit through a series of switchbacks. The route takes you past archaeological sites, graves, and parts of Al Bithnah's old defense system. Hikers are rewarded with spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.
Here are some additional details about the Al Bithnah Hiking Trail:
Difficulty: The Nature & Heritage Walk Trail is easy, while the Bithnah Hiking Trail is moderate.
Distance: The Nature & Heritage Walk Trail is about 2 kilometers long, while the Bithnah Hiking Trail is about 3.6 kilometers long.
Elevation gain: The Nature & Heritage Walk Trail has minimal elevation gain, while the Bithnah Hiking Trail has an elevation gain of about 234 meters.
Duration: The Nature & Heritage Walk Trail can be completed in about 30 minutes, while the Bithnah Hiking Trail can take between 1.5 and 2 hours to complete.
Facilities: There are no restrooms or other facilities on the trail. Be sure to bring plenty of water and snacks with you.
Best time to hike: The best time to hike the Al Bithnah Trail is early in the morning or later in the afternoon to avoid the heat.
This is an easy, family-friendly trail that winds along the plains surrounding the Bithnah Fort and a small oasis with lush green farms and abundant palm groves. Informative signs are posted along the way, providing hikers with interesting details about the cultural heritage, vegetation, and migratory birds of the region.
The Bithnah Hiking Trail:
This is a more challenging hike that starts from an old watchtower near the fort and makes its way up to an adjoining summit through a series of switchbacks. The route takes you past archaeological sites, graves, and parts of Al Bithnah's old defense system. Hikers are rewarded with spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.
Here are some additional details about the Al Bithnah Hiking Trail:
Difficulty: The Nature & Heritage Walk Trail is easy, while the Bithnah Hiking Trail is moderate.
Distance: The Nature & Heritage Walk Trail is about 2 kilometers long, while the Bithnah Hiking Trail is about 3.6 kilometers long.
Elevation gain: The Nature & Heritage Walk Trail has minimal elevation gain, while the Bithnah Hiking Trail has an elevation gain of about 234 meters.
Duration: The Nature & Heritage Walk Trail can be completed in about 30 minutes, while the Bithnah Hiking Trail can take between 1.5 and 2 hours to complete.
Facilities: There are no restrooms or other facilities on the trail. Be sure to bring plenty of water and snacks with you.
Best time to hike: The best time to hike the Al Bithnah Trail is early in the morning or later in the afternoon to avoid the heat.
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Tree
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1,115 ft
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Intersection
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