Si Dasht Summer Pasture

Si Dasht summer pasture (yaylaq) lies in Rudbar County, Gilan Province, about 30 kilometres from the town of Rostamabad. Thanks to its mountain setting and its proximity to Mount Derfak, the area enjoys a pleasant climate and unique natural scenery, which has made it one of the most popular tourist destinations in northern Iran.

The nature of Si Dasht includes lush forests of trees such as oak, zelkova (azad) and beech, while the local orchards are home to fruit trees such as apple, cherry plum, medlar, hazelnut and walnut. This variety of vegetation and the green surroundings make it an ideal setting for nature tourism and for finding peace in the heart of nature. In spring the meadows fill with flowers and the air turns cool and gentle. In Khordad (late May to June), local strawberries are harvested; their flavour and reputation are well known among visitors, and local strawberry festivals are sometimes held in this summer pasture.

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To reach Si Dasht, the route begins from either Rasht or Rudbar. If you set out from Rasht, you need to pass through Rostamabad, Tutkabon, Parehsar, Defraz, Palangdarreh and the village of Rashi before arriving at Si Dasht. From Tehran, the route runs along the Qazvin–Rasht Freeway, then continues via Manjil and Rudbar, covering a distance of about 290 kilometres. The best time to visit Si Dasht is from late spring to summer, and sometimes early autumn, when the weather is pleasant and the lush landscape is ideal for walking, photography and relaxing. To preserve the beauty and health of the environment, visitors are advised not to bring rubbish with them, or to collect it and take it away; to refrain from picking plants or damaging the forest cover; and, if staying overnight or camping, to follow the principles of responsible nature tourism.