Binalud Peak

Binalud Peak is the most famous mountain in Razavi Khorasan Province. It is 3,211 meters high and lies a few kilometers north of the city of Neyshabur. Binalud, part of the Alborz range, is known as the second roof of Razavi Khorasan. The mountain stands between Neyshabur and Mashhad. Although it lies in a hot, dry region, it receives fairly significant rainfall, roughly 400 to 5000 mm per year.

In summer, Binalud Peak can be climbed in a one-and-a-half-day program. In winter, if the weather is suitable, it can be climbed in a 4-day program. On the southern face, the Dokuhi route follows a ridge with a gentle slope that lets you reach the summit slowly and steadily. It is better suited to winter ascents, and climbers usually take this route in winter, mostly because it keeps them safe from the danger of avalanches.

The fastest way to reach Binalud Peak is via the Gordeh ridge, which leads you directly to the summit over a shorter distance. For this reason it is popular with climbers, who reach the top faster. This ridge lies between the Dokuhi and Suzani ridges, and the Do Shahid Shelter can be seen on its northern side. At the start of the route along this ridge there is a permanent spring, which is a good place to fill up on the water climbers need before the ascent. After passing the spring, it takes only two and a half hours to reach the summit. However, this route is suitable for summer, because in winter there is a risk of avalanches, and if you choose it in winter you must be very careful.