Negev Mountains

Negev Mountains is a mountainous area in the north-western part of the Negev desert, in Israel. Mount Ramon is the summit of Negev Mountains and the highest point in southern Israel, reaching 1,037 metres (3,402 ft).

Negev Mountains
Har 'Arif viewed from the east through the axis of the larger 'Arif makhtesh.
Highest point
PeakMount Ramon
Elevation1,037 m (3,402 ft)
Coordinates30°30′10″N 34°38′21″E
Geography
CountryIsrael
Nearby townMitzpe Ramon

Most of the area belongs to Negev Mountains Nature Reserve, the largest reserve in Israel. Its area is about 1,045,000 dunam.

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