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How long is the Jordan River?

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Arid, rugged hills and winding roads in the Jordan Rift Valley, with the Jordan River and a small reservoir visible in the distance. — Jordan River Portion of the Jordan Valley, a rift valley that runs north-south along the Jordan River.

The Jordan River is more than 223 miles (360 km) in length. Because the river follows a meandering course, the actual distance between its source and the Dead Sea is less than 124 miles (200 km).1