Darno Waterfall

Darno Waterfall is one of the most beautiful and distinctive waterfalls in northern Iran. It lies in Mazandaran Province near Nowshahr, and is part of a chain of connected waterfalls in the vast, lush forests of Nowshahr. This enchanting attraction consists of seven waterfalls, the tallest of which is Darno, at 25 metres high. Darno is also the most important waterfall of the group and the second one along the route. The other waterfalls lie upstream of this tall fall.

To reach Darno Waterfall, you pass near Farakhin Lake. This lake is a forest wetland among towering trees and closely resembles Hasel Marsh. From Farakhin Lake to the waterfall's entrance, you walk through the forested landscape of the area and cross streams along the way. On the route to Darno Waterfall, you first reach a smaller waterfall; from this small waterfall to the main Darno Waterfall is about another half hour's walk. Beside the first waterfall there is a path that you should preferably not use to reach the upper waterfall.

A trip to Darno Waterfall suits most people and nature lovers, but it is not recommended for the elderly or for people with physical disabilities or mobility limitations. Note that the waterfall is in an unspoiled area and there are no special facilities around it. Part of the route to Darno Waterfall is on foot, so the most important item to bring is suitable footwear, such as sandals, hiking shoes or comfortable sneakers. Wear waterproof shoes, because at some points on the route you have to wade across a stream; in addition, the ground may be wet from rain in the preceding hours, and your feet may get wet.

The best time to visit the dreamlike Darno Waterfall is spring and summer. You can also visit it in early autumn. It is true that the weather gets a little cooler in autumn, but Darno Waterfall is truly spectacular in autumn as well.