Gavazang Dam

A turquoise jewel in the heart of the Zanjan mountains

Seas and Lakes
Zanjan, Zanjan
Altitude 1,927 m

Ability level Beginner

Ability level: Beginner

Gavazang Dam is one of the most popular natural attractions of Zanjan. It lies at the northernmost edge of the city, a short distance from the centre. This earthfill dam with a clay core was built in 1375 (1996) and put into operation in 1379 (2000). Its crest is 280 metres long and the dam is 25 metres high. Gavazang Dam is part of the Eil Dagh recreational and mountain complex, which offers a cycling track, a restaurant, wooden gazebos and walking trails, and has become one of the main destinations for tourists and locals in Zanjan.

With its unspoiled nature and beautiful scenery, the area welcomes lovers of nature tourism, mountaineering and water recreation throughout the year, especially in spring and summer. Rushing rivers, natural waterfalls and the surrounding mountains make the area even more appealing. The Eil Dagh recreational complex also offers an open-air play area, a sports complex and an artificial waterfall, giving visitors a different and enjoyable experience.

To reach Gavazang Dam, head north from the centre of Zanjan. The dam is about 3 kilometres from the city, on the road to the tourist village of Amand. The access road is paved and suitable for all types of vehicles. Because the dam is close to the city and has good facilities, a visit makes an ideal one-day or even half-day trip for families and nature lovers.

Written by زهرا لنگری Last updated 06 Oct 2026

Activities

What you can do here, and what it takes

Walking

کفش پیاده‌روی به همراه داشته باشید..
Cycling

مسیر ویژه‌ای برای دوچرخه‌سواری در محدوده سد گاوازنگ طراحی شده است که علاقه‌مندان می‌توانند از آن استفاده کنند.
Rowing

با استفاده از قایق‌های موجود، از مناظر زیبای دریاچه و اطراف آن لذت ببرید.
Mountaineering

اطراف سد گاوازنگ، مسیرهایی مانند کوه سنبله، قله آیی قیه‌سی و مسیر به روستای امند برای کوهنوردی و طبیعت‌گردی بسیار مناسب‌اند.
Fishing

در این منطقه امکان ماهیگیری وجود دارد.