Best trails in Lefka Ori National Park
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Want to find the best trails in Lefka Ori National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 22 great trails for hiking and walking and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.
Ready for your next adventure? Explore one easy hiking trail in Lefka Ori National Park that's great for the whole family. Looking for elevation? Trails in this park range from 131 to 47,890 feet of elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Lefka Ori National Park.
Top trails
- 4.5 (192)·Hard·6.1 mi·Est. 0h 0mXyloskalo - Afchenas - Gigilos (Ξυλόσκαλο - Αυχένας - Γκίγκιλος) A very important and rugged route, which starts from Xyloskalo of Omalos. Same starting point as Samaria Gorge but completely different destination: Gigilos peak. The uphill path that starts from there, is generally well waymarked and visible and passes through cliffs with rocky forms, a natural arch and screes. The route meets the source Linoseli and then ascends to the col of Gigilo, where it continues east to Gigilo peak....
- 4.7 (49)·Hard·5.9 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrXyloskalo - Refuge Kallergi - Steni Mira (Ξυλόσκαλο - Καταφύγιο Καλλέργη - Στενή Μοίρα) The route starts from Xyloskalo place and ascends with a good path and then on a dirt road to the White Mountains Kallergi Refuge. The trail is difficult but the view and the uniqueness of the landscape are worth it. From the Refuge the course descends southwest to the location of Steni Mira, the eastern end of the Omalos plateau.
- 4.6 (42)·Hard·4.9 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrSougia - Tripiti Cape (Σούγια - Ακρωτήρι Τρυπητή) A gorgeous section of the E4 hike on the south coast of Crete which starts from the settlement of Sougia and heads east on an up and down route, which passes several cols and snakes along the contours of the mountain. The path starts about 300m up the river bed and immediately to the left of the only house located on the east side of the river. Rock cairns along with yellow/black trail marks mark the route, which along its entire length has...
- 4.7 (29)·Moderate·3.5 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrAgios Ioannis - Selouda - Agios Pavlos Chapel (Άγιος Ιωάννης - Σελούδα - ξωκλήσι Αγίου Παύλου) The route faces south from the village of Agios Ioannis to the steep slopes that characterize the whole region. Reaching the edge of the slope and before the descent, the view is breathtaking with the laced south coast stretching as far as the eye can see. The downhill path leads with several zigzags to the pristine pine forest of Selouda and then to the beach of Agios Pavlos and the Byzantine...
- 3.8 (10)·Hard·5.6 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrOmalos - Koukoule - Kallergi Refuge (Ομαλός - Κουκουλέ - Καταφύγιο Καλλέργη) From the small settlement of Omalos, to the north of the Omalos plateau, the route climbs intensively up the limestone slopes of the Lefka Ori (White Mountains). The route ascends three different geomorphological levels and reaches the amazing and geologically very interesting karstic plateau of Koukoule. From there, the trail continues the southeastern course to the Kallergi Refuge. Awesome and scenic views of the...
- 4.5 (10)·Hard·8 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrKallergi Refuge - Mavri Summit Loop (Καταφύγιο Καλλέργη - Κορυφή Μαύρη Κυκλική) From Kallergi Refuge in the White Mountains the route follows the European Path E4 to the east. At Poria location the route turns south, leaving the E4 and climbs intensively towards the peak of Mavri Summit. It continues northeastwards, where it meets the continuation of the E4, which it follows downhill and returns back to Poria and from there to the Refuge. Magnificent view over the surroundings with its bare...
- 4.1 (7)·Easy·1.5 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrAnopoli - Aradena (Ανώπολη - Αράδαινα) The route starts from the small but fertile plateau of Anopoli, which is formed in the wild and rugged mountains of the White Mountains (Lefka Ori). The route heads west, following the old cobbled road that descends into the Aradena Gorge and ends at the Aradena Plateau and the small village. Wild beauty and views of the imposing landscape of the White Mountains.
- 4.3 (9)·Hard·150 mi·Est. 24 hr+E4 Crete West Branch Trail (Ευρωπαϊκό μονοπάτι μεγάλων αποστάσεων Ε4 - Δυτικός Κλάδος Κρήτης) This is the western part of the E4 European Path in Crete, which starts from the settlement of Kissamos and heads south and then southeast, to the easternmost parts of the island, Chrysoskalitissa and the beach at Elafonissi. Then the course reaches the southern coastline of Crete which it crosses along from Paleochora and Agia Roumeli to Loutro and Chora Sfakion. There, through the Imbros Gorge, it...
- 3.8 (15)·Moderate·2.3 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrTo the 700 year old Abelitsia tree (Προς την αιωνόβια Αμπελιτσιά των 700 ετών) A short walk at the southern end of the Omalos plateau, very close to Xyloskalo, the starting point of the trail to Samaria Gorge. The route visits the area where the old Abelitsia tree aged 700 years is located. The tree was recently dedicated to the memory of Oliver Rackham, professor, historian, ecologist, botanist and advocate of ancient trees, author of the book "The Making of the Cretan Landscape" (Oliver...
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Lefka Ori National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Lefka Ori National Park is Xyloskalo - Afchenas - Gigilos, which has a 4.5 star rating from 192 reviews. This trail is 6.1 mi long with an elevation gain of 3,116 ft.
What is the longest trail in Lefka Ori National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Lefka Ori National Park is Crossing Crete. This trail is estimated to be 307.0 mi long.
How many trails are in Lefka Ori National Park?
There are 22 trails in Lefka Ori National Park.These trails have an average 4.2-star ratingfrom 422 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Lefka Ori National Park?
Crossing Crete has the most elevation gain with 47,890 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is E4 West Crete Trail, which has 34,944 ft of elevation gain.
Are there camping trails available in Lefka Ori National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 4 camping trails in Lefka Ori National Park and the most popular is E4 West Crete Trail with an average 4.3 star rating from 9 community reviews.
Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Lefka Ori National Park?
Yes, there are 11 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Lefka Ori National Park, including Xyloskalo - Afchenas - Gigilos, Xyloskalo - Kallergi Refuge - Steni Mira, Sougia - Tripiti Cape, Kallergi Refuge - Mavri Summit Loop, and Trail E4: Kallergi Shelter - Livadia.
Are there any trails with castles in Lefka Ori National Park?
Yes, there are 3 trails with castles in Lefka Ori National Park, including Sougia - Tripiti Cape, Anopoli - Aradena, and The E4 European Path: Ancient Lissos - Pikilassos Fortress.
Are there any trails with springs in Lefka Ori National Park?
Yes, there are 4 trails with springs in Lefka Ori National Park, including Xyloskalo - Afchenas - Gigilos, Sougia - Tripiti Cape, The E4 European Path: Ancient Lissos - Pikilassos Fortress, and Agios Ioannis - Potamos.
