Natural Springs in Gush Etzion
Come enjoy the refreshing springs across Gush Etzion!
Ein Sajma – Ein Yitzhak
The Ein Sajma natural spring is located inside the Old Massuot Yitzhak forest, just a small drive away from Bat Ayin and Kfar Etzion. The spring fills from the slope of the Sajma River, also known as the “Garden of Eden Wadi”. Descend the stairs until reaching a refreshing and gorgeous pool of water. The water stays full all seasons of the year and is surrounded by picnic tables and sitting areas. The spring was refurbished in memory of Yitzhak Weinstock, may his memory be for a blessing.
Location: Old Massuot Yitzhak Forest. The spring is accessible by car. Waze- click here
Depth of water: approximately 1.5 meters
Directions: Head in the direction of Bat Ayin, turn right towards Old Massuot Yitzhak and follow the marked roads until you reach the spring.
Dubek’s Pool
The Dubek Pool is located inside the Old Massuot Yitzhak forest, right below the Ein Sajma spring. The site was built in memory of Dov Weinstock. Dubek was one of the fearless and heroic residents of Gush Etzion after the Sixth Day War.
Location: Old Massuot Yitzhak. Park next to Ein Sajma and descend the stairs to Dubek Pool. Waze – click here.
Depth of water: approximately 1.5 meters
Directions: Drive in the direction of Bat Ayin, turn right towards Old Massuot Yitzhak. Follow the road marked in blue until you reach the spring.
Ein Hubela
At the site, visitors can discover ancient archeological finds, a Shiek’s gravesite, and a burial cave from the Second Temple Period. The importance of this place was realized hundreds of years ago, and in the days of the founding of the state of Israel, it was located in Kibbutz Massuot Yitzhak.
Location: Bat Ayin. The spring is accessible by car. Waze- click here
Depth of Water: approximately 2 meters
Directions: Once reaching Bat Ayin, take the first right turn. Along this road, the road changes to a dirt road, continue on it to reach the spring.
Additional notes: The spring also serves as a local ritual bath. (Mikveh)
Ein Abu Caleb
A spring, fig tree, and picnic table- all you need for a beautiful and refreshing day in the outdoors! The spring is also called ‘Ein Masala’ after Garin Masala of Hashomer Hatzair, who established the Revadim community in Gush Etzion before the establishment of the state of Israel.
The spring is maintained by students of the Sadnat Shiluv school for individuals with special needs.
Location: Park in the Deer Land Farm forest and from there, the spring is a 30-minute walk or a short trip in a 4*4 vehicle. Waze- click here
Depth of Water: approximately one meter
Directions: Drive from the Gush Etzion Junction in the direction of Kfar Etzion, and turn right on a dirt path approximately 50 meters before the roundabout, towards Deer Land Farm.
Ein Tzurim Pools
Two natural pools in a quaint corner of nature. A perfect spot for individuals and families to discover themselves in nature, or just to relax.
Location: Kibbutz Rosh Tzurim. Waze- click here
Depth of water: 40 and 60 centimeters
Directions: before the gate into Rosh Tzurim, turn left. Descend on the road until reaching the area of the Rosh Tzurim chicken coops. Turn right in the direction of the pools, and from there, only a 2 minute walk. The pools are on the left-hand side of the road.
Ein Livne
A gorgeous natural spring, and the source of the Nahal Livne river that runs across Gush Etzion and spills out into the Judean plains. The spring is shaded in by many trees and guarantees a refreshing experience.
Locaton: Bat Ayin Bet. Waze – click here The spring is approximately a 15-minute walk from the parking.
Depth of the water: Approximately one meter
Directions: From the entrance to Bat Ayin, continue straight. At the roundabout, turn right, and then another right, in a U-turn. Park the car next to the left turn alongside the Wadi and walk along the trail marked in green until reaching the spring.