One -day travel guide to Khor waterfall

If you are looking for a close, pristine and quiet destination for a one -day journey in the heart of nature, Karaj Khor Waterfall is one of the most beautiful choices near the Chalus Road. This high and spectacular waterfall is open to tourists and nature lovers in the warm seasons of the year with a lush and air -like nature and in the winter with frozen walls and amazing effects.

The proximity of the Khor waterfall to Tehran and the relatively easy access route has made it a suitable destination for light nature, family walking, photography and exciting activities such as ice cream. In this guide we provide you with whatever you need for this one -day trip.

Khor Waterfall is one of the best options for one -day trips due to its short distance from Tehran and Karaj, easy access route, light hiking and eye -catching nature. Proper parking, sale of local cuisine, and so on, provides an experience of a short but memorable nature.

Photographer: Ramin Daghighi / Google Map

Khor Falls, as one of the sights of Karaj, has a unique beauty in each season, and choosing the best time to travel depends on your interest and purpose of nature. If you are looking for a lush nature and temperate air, spring is the best option, though rainfall may cause slippery route. Summer is also suitable for hiking and water with warm weather and lush nature.

Photographer: Mohammed Amiri / Google Map

Khor waterfall in the winter becomes a crystalline wall and is an ideal choice for those interested in frozen scenery and professional ice cream; Of course, the severe cold, the slippery of the route and the possibility of the road are closed. Autumn also provides a relaxed space for photography and stepping with the colorful leaves and cool air.

For one -day trip to Khor waterfall, it is best to move from Tehran to the Chalus road early in the morning to stay away from traffic and have more time to tour. After arriving at the village of Khor, you must pass the guard gate and park the car in the right place. Starts from the end of the parking lot to the waterfall; Before starting the walk, however, we recommend eating a delicious breakfast in the beautiful nature of the village or one of the buffet there.

From the low slope of the Pacopian route, it is about two kilometers along the water at the waterfall. After 1 to 2 minutes, the light hiking and light hiking reached the waterfall. There are two other waterfalls on the way to Khor Falls; Of course, access to these waterfalls is harder and they have no specific cleanliness.

Photographer: Msadegh Sansari / Google Map

From the end of the route, the waterfall is 2 meters. This waterfall, in spring and summer, becomes an attractive place for water and picnics; Of course, naturalists and those who have high physical ability can rise up the cliffs by the waterfall.

The winter season is also a good place for professional ice crews to climb the frozen waterfall and watch winter pictures; You can even tire on snow -covered hills around the parking lot.

Photographer: Iman Ansari / Google Map

After enjoying the beautiful nature of the waterfall and having lunch and rest, you can stroll through the nature of the area and take memorable photos. Finally, go to the parking lot before sunset and crowded.

• Address: Alborz Province, Karaj city, Asara district, near Khor village

Khor waterfall is located near the village of Khor, in Karaj. This waterfall is about 2 kilometers from Karaj, 2 km to Lavasan and 2 km to Tehran.

Photographer: Babakshgh / Wikiloc.com

Access route from Tehran: To access the Khor Falls, first enter the Tehran -Karaj highway and continue your route to the Chalus Road. You will see about 2 kilometers from the beginning of the Chalus Road, the Khosnkola village. Enter this side road and after a little driving you reach a two -way. Follow the right side to reach the village of Khor. After reaching the village of Khor, start your car in the parking lot of the village and start the walking route to the waterfall. During this route, it takes about 1.5 hours from Tehran.

• Address: Alborz Province, Karaj city, Asara district, Adran village
• Distance to Khor Falls: About 2 kilometers (1 minute driving)

The Aranga area is one of the most beautiful places of Alborz province located at the beginning of the Chalus road and is an ideal destination for nature lovers with roaring waterfalls, clear springs and pristine nature. The area consists of several villages, such as “Euraeh”, “Gorab”, “Abarak”, “Sijan”, “Sarzayrat”, “Jay”, “Charan” and “Khor”. Each of these villages has a rich history and provides tourists with a unique experience of relaxation, excitement and adventure.

Photographer: Ali Karimi / Google Map

Aranga is one of the most beautiful villages of the area of the area, which is not only a destination for naturalists and climbers, but also has a significant historical background. Its several thousand years old cemetery and Imamzadeh inside the village with an old tree testify to this. The best time to visit the spring season, when blooming apple and cherry and autumn trees, is with the landscape of a thousand colors of leaves.

• Address: Alborz Province, Karaj city, Asara district, Adran village
• Distance to Khor Falls: About 2 kilometers (2 minutes driving)

“Seven Springs of Adran”, as one of the sights around Karaj, is on the Chalus road and near the village of Aranga. This waterfall is about 2 meters high, in the heart of a lush and pristine valley, and its access route is possible by crossing a roaring river, willow trees and small springs. The small waterfalls on the route are the reason for its name to “Seven Springs”.

Photographer: YKKA 8894 / Google Map

The best time to visit the waterfall is summer; Of course, to reach the high waterfall of seven springs at the end of the route, there is a need for physical fitness and crossing parts.

• Address: Alborz Province, Karaj County, Khalis-Chalus Road, Amir Kabir Dam
• Distance to Khor Falls: About 2 kilometers (2 minutes driving)

Amir Kabir Dam or Karaj Dam is one of the most important dams in Iran and is located in the heart of Alborz. The dam, with a 2 -meter -high concrete wall, is responsible for supplying Tehran and Karaj drinking water, irrigation of agricultural land, seasonal flood control and electricity generation. The lake behind the dam is fed by the melting of mountain snow and is a habitat for a variety of species of native fish and birds.

Photographer: m Alef / Google Map

Karaj Dam is also one of the most popular attractions of nature for the capitals and the Karji. Recreations such as picnics, photography, nature and mountaineering are common around the lake; But swimming, fishing and boating are forbidden to the public.

On the Chalus Road, there are numerous traditional restaurants and tablecloths that offer a variety of Iranian cuisine with beautiful views. There are various options for food in the heart of nature, you can set up a picnic in the lush areas around the village of Khor or by the river and enjoy eating in the open air.

Photographer: David Turkash / Google Map

For one -day trip to the waterfall, it is best to consider these practical tips.

• The hiking route to the waterfall is about 5 minutes, and the gentle slope and the stone can need proper walking shoes.
• Khor village is equipped with cafes, parking and toilets.
• There is no store facilities on the way to the waterfall; So have enough water, light food and snack.
• Collect your waste and do not damage the vegetation and village gardens.
• In rainy seasons, the route may be slippery, so plan according to the forecast.
• Do not walk under the icy waterfall; Because there is a possibility of falling pieces of ice.
• Snow and ice paths in the winter can be deceptive; Especially in the case of rivers hiding under a layer of snow. Walking over these snow -covered rivers is very dangerous because there is no guarantee of snowfall and you may suddenly fall into cold water and get wet or even wound.

Photographer: Omid Saniyani / Google Map

If you have a one -day travel experience to Ashar Khor and have other interesting information on this lovely attraction on the Chalus Road, we would be happy to share your knowledge and experience with the audience.

Cover Photo Source: Google Map site; Photographer: Hussein Busak