We drove through Al Ezaria. At the first roundabout turn left and continue to the Wadi. At the Wadi turn right, then take a left at the first turning. From here a very steep but good road continues, with very little traffic. At the top you reach a T junction, where you turn left and continue straight until you reach the checkpoint. At the checkpoint, vehicles travel in both directions, without checks.
Large packs of dogs roam the entire area -- scary and dangerous.