Nozhian Waterfall

Nojian Waterfall is in Papi District, part of Khorramabad County. At 95 metres high, it is one of the tallest waterfalls in Iran and the tallest in Lorestan Province. It is also a national natural monument, listed on the National Natural Heritage list in 1387 (2008). After Bisheh Waterfall, Nojian is one of the best-known waterfalls in Lorestan and counts among the best sights around Khorramabad. It lies 38 kilometres from the Khorramabad ring road, southeast of the city in Papi District. The waterfall sits between the Taf and Hashtad Pahlu mountains, near an old village of the same name.

The Nojian forest recreation area is above Mount Taf. Many kinds of medicinal plants grow on Mount Taf, and the scenery is beautiful. Many locals and tourists come to this area to see the waterfall and to gather medicinal plants. The waterfall is in a mountainous, forested area with varied vegetation. Oak trees, one of the most prominent species, form extensive forests here, and because they are so plentiful, the Nojian oak forests are among the largest oak forests in Iran. The wildlife around Nojian Waterfall is very rich and includes mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and insects.

The best time to visit is spring or summer. The waterfall is fed by natural springs upstream, so it carries more water in spring. As late summer approaches, and especially in dry years, the flow and the beauty of the waterfall decline, and sometimes it dries up completely, as if hibernating for the winter. Nojian Waterfall is close to Varak Waterfall and the Haft Cheshmeh Garit springs, so after seeing Nojian you can visit them too.

Note that Nojian Waterfall and its forest recreation area have no facilities such as restaurants or shops. As on any mountain trip, bring all the food and equipment you need. The water of the waterfall comes from springs and tastes fresh, but for hygiene reasons you should still bring clean, safe drinking water with you. For adventurous, experienced people who enjoy camping overnight in nature, staying at Nojian Waterfall can be a pleasant experience, as long as you follow safety and environmental guidelines. Because wild animals may be present, it is best not to do this alone.