Kalan Dam Lake

Kalan Dam Lake is located 30 kilometers south of the city of Malayer, near the village of Kalan in Hamadan Province. The dam, the largest in Hamadan Province, was put into operation in 2011 (1390 SH) and was built on the Kalan River. Kalan Dam is a homogeneous earthfill dam 47 meters high with a crest length of 828 meters, and it has a storage capacity of 45 million cubic meters of water.

With its beautiful and peaceful natural scenery, Kalan Dam Lake offers a fine setting for relaxing and enjoying unspoiled mountain nature. With its varied vegetation and captivating views, the area offers good opportunities for photography, walking and exploring the countryside. Facilities such as parking, restrooms and well-kept access routes also make visiting the area easier for travellers. The surroundings of Kalan Dam Lake are covered with a variety of vegetation, including oak trees, kikam (Montpellier maple), wild almond, and daphne and arjan (wild almond-type) shrubs. This vegetation provides a suitable habitat for many native and migratory birds. This biodiversity has made the area a popular destination for nature lovers.

There are two main routes to Kalan Dam Lake. The first starts from the city of Malayer: simply take the road to the village of Morvil and continue toward the lake. The second route passes through the city of Borujerd: take the Borujerd–Arak road and reach the lake via the villages of Dodangeh, Chebdar and Zavarijan. The best time to visit the lake is spring and summer, when the weather is mild and the nature around the lake is at its most beautiful and green. In these seasons the lake is fuller and the surrounding scenery is even more captivating. In responsible nature tourism, it is essential to follow principles such as not leaving any litter, avoiding damage to vegetation, respecting the peace of local communities and the rights of residents, and having the least possible impact on the ecosystem.