Hashavid Waterfall

Hashavid Waterfall is one of the lesser-known natural attractions of Lorestan Province. It is located near Hashavid village, in the Silakhor Plain of Dorud County. The waterfall lies within a beautiful, rocky gorge. Thanks to its unspoiled nature, lush vegetation and distance from busy tourist routes, it is a great destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers. The year-round flow of water, tall rock walls and mountain views create a calm, untouched atmosphere in the heart of the Zagros Mountains, which attracts a limited number of experienced nature travellers every year.

Hashavid Gorge has several beautiful waterfalls, of which the main one, about 60 metres high, is the most prominent. Along the route, natural pools, rock walls and smaller waterfalls add to the beauty of the gorge. The trail to the first waterfall is not very difficult, but reaching the upper waterfalls requires passing rocky sections that call for scrambling, technical skill and strict observance of safety principles. In one of these sections, climbing the rock beside the first waterfall without proper equipment and without setting up an anchor can be very dangerous. For this reason, visiting the final waterfalls is recommended only to people experienced in nature trekking and light rock climbing. The pristine character of the area and the difficulty of the route have kept this waterfall's surroundings unspoiled and peaceful.

To reach Hashavid Waterfall, first head to Dorud County, then to the Silakhor Plain and Hashavid village. After entering the village, follow the dirt road beside the telecommunications tower to the end of the road and park your vehicle at the start of the gorge. From here, depending on your pace, you will have about one to two hours of walking along the gorge to reach the main waterfall. The best time to visit Hashavid Waterfall is spring, especially Farvardin and Ordibehesht (roughly late March to late May), when the waterfall is full, the landscape is green and the weather is very pleasant. During your visit, avoid leaving litter, damaging vegetation, going near the edges of cliffs, or entering dangerous sections without proper equipment, so that you stay safe and this pristine place is preserved for future generations.