Beldaq Waterfall

Beldaq Waterfall is one of the lesser-known natural attractions of Razavi Khorasan Province. It lies near Hesar Village, in the Kabkan region, on the way to Dargaz County. The waterfall sits in a lush mountain valley, and thanks to its unspoiled nature, its permanent river and the beautiful surrounding scenery, it is an appealing destination for nature lovers and canyon trekkers. Its distance from busy routes and its setting deep in the highlands have helped the area keep its calm and natural beauty.

The route to Beldaq Waterfall passes through a beautiful valley, along the riverbed and on clear footpaths, and along the way you can enjoy mountain scenery, rock faces and flowing water. Beside the main valley there are several side valleys, some of which have seasonal waterfalls in the wetter seasons. Qoddus Waterfall is also close by, and many nature travellers visit both waterfalls in a single trip. The river, the rock walls and the unspoiled nature make this area a good destination for canyon trekking and nature photography.

To reach Beldaq Waterfall, drive from Mashhad to Quchan and then to Dargaz. At the Emamqoli fork, follow the road through the villages of Khademanlu, Gapi, Kabkan, Dehshat and finally Hesar. From the Emamqoli fork to Hesar Village there are about 22 kilometres of dirt road. After parking your vehicle in the village, you need to walk about 4 to 5 kilometres along the river to reach the waterfall. The walk in usually takes about 2 to 3 hours, and the return is shorter. The best time to visit Beldaq Waterfall is spring and early summer, when the river and the waterfall carry more water. While visiting, you can help preserve this pristine nature by not leaving litter, not damaging the vegetation and keeping the river clean.