Matajan Reservoir

Matajan Reservoir is a natural body of water in Savadkuh-e Shomali County, Mazandaran Province, and is regarded as one of the region's scenic natural sights. It lies in an area of forest and pasture and can be reached from the neighborhoods around Ganjafruz Road, on the Shirgah – Babolkenar route, where the Hyrcanian forest and the nature of northern Iran combine green landscapes with the water of the reservoir.

Matajan Reservoir is often part of a nature-tourism trip in Savadkuh-e Shomali, where tall forests, walking trails and small stretches of water make a pleasant setting for sightseeing, resting and enjoying the natural scenery. The green forest cover and the presence of water here give visitors an appealing view and make it a good choice to combine with the county's other natural attractions.

To reach Matajan Reservoir, you usually enter the forest roads from the town of Shirgah or from Savadkuh-e Shomali, then continue through the trees and pastures until you arrive at this waterside view. The best time to visit is from spring to early autumn, when the vegetation is green and the weather is pleasant. Responsible nature tourism is important for protecting this natural ecosystem: keep the environment clean, do not leave litter behind, and preserve the area's peace and quiet.