Mehrian Gorge

Mehrian Gorge in Yasuj, known locally as Tang-e Mehriyun or Tang-e Kabutari, is one of the tourist attractions of Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad Province. The gorge lies north of the city of Yasuj, near the village of Mehrian. It is a forested valley with a roaring, powerful river, and along the way you pass high canyon walls that in places become narrow and beautiful. The river that runs through the gorge, with its clear water and the lush green surroundings, is an excellent spot for picnics, playing in the water and spending your free time. There are also many springs in the area that supply clear, cool water.

One of the most important features of the Mehrian Gorge area is that you can reach a plain, mountains and a river all at once. The Mehrian River has created a spectacular landscape and supports a variety of plant and animal species around the gorge. The plants include tea shrubs and oak, maple and wild grape trees. The wildlife includes birds such as eagles, falcons and partridges, and mammals such as bears, foxes, leopards and others.

The Mehrian Gorge waterfall is one of the area's beautiful natural attractions. It lies in the upper part of the gorge, and its water comes from mountain springs. Although the waterfall is not tall, it has a special beauty because of its surroundings, which are covered with rocks, tall trees and a variety of plants. To reach the waterfall you have to pass through Mehrian Gorge. The walking trail to the waterfall runs through lush nature alongside a lovely river and takes about 30 minutes to 1 hour. This part of Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad Province has cold winters and mild, pleasant springs and summers. Interestingly, in winter Mehrian Gorge hosts skiers. In spring and summer, when the weather is more favourable, many Iranian and foreign tourists head there.