Dargahan Waterfall

Dargahan Waterfall, also known as Darehgahan or Darehgavan, is located in Yazd Province, about 5 kilometres south of the town of Taft. It lies on the high slopes of Shirkuh and is considered the only major waterfall in this desert province. Its actual height is reported to be more than 20 metres. Some sources give figures ranging from about 20 to 70 metres, but the most widely accepted figure is around 20 metres. Because it lies in a dry, desert region, the waterfall is especially significant and is regarded as a symbol of the pristine, water-scarce nature of the area. The clear, cool water of the fall creates a special and pleasant scene in the heart of the desert and offers visitors a peaceful setting.

Dargahan Waterfall is a seasonal natural attraction. It is revived by the melting snows of Shirkuh and spring rainfall, and it shows a considerable flow of water until early summer. The surroundings of the waterfall have fairly dense vegetation and a summer-pasture (yeylaq) ecosystem, which creates a cool, pleasant atmosphere in the heart of the Yazd desert. The vegetation of the area includes shrubs and desert plants such as saxaul (taghe), tamarisk (gaz) and wormwood (artemisia), which are highly adapted to dry conditions and help preserve the beauty and biodiversity of the region. Drought-resistant animal species also live here and form part of the area's distinctive ecosystem. Despite being in the desert province of Yazd, Dargahan Waterfall offers nature lovers a different and appealing experience.

To reach Dargahan Waterfall, first travel to the city of Yazd and from there head towards Taft County. Continue onto the Taft ring road and take the road towards Dehbala and Tazarjan. After about five kilometres of driving along this route, you will reach a side road leading to the Darehgahan area. The final section, about 500 metres, is an easy walk along a natural dirt trail to the foot of the waterfall. The best time to visit is from spring to the end of summer, when the snows of Shirkuh have melted and the full flow creates spectacular, cool scenery in the heart of the desert. While enjoying the natural beauty of the area, it is also essential to practise responsible nature tourism, including not littering, avoiding damage to the vegetation, and keeping the environment calm and quiet out of respect for the region's mountain ecosystem.