Vorosht Peak

The northernmost 4,000-metre peak of the Central Alborz

Mountain
Mazandaran, Chalus
Altitude 4,025 m

Ability level Intermediate
Routes 1 recorded route

Ability level: Intermediate

Vorosht Peak is located in the Central Alborz range in Mazandaran Province. It lies in the northern part of the Alborz mountains, inside the Vorosht Protected Area, between Siahbisheh and Marzanabad and close to the Chalus Road. The area is close to the Hyrcanian forests, which enrich the climbing route with varied and beautiful scenery, including broadleaf forests, deep valleys and rocky ridges. On a clear day, the summit offers magnificent views of the Caspian Sea and of famous peaks such as Alam-Kuh and Azad Kuh, as well as other surrounding heights such as Takht-e Soleyman. Vorosht Peak, also known as Varevasht, is the northernmost 4,000-metre peak of the Central Alborz. Because it lies within a protected area and close to the southern edge of the Mazandaran forests, it has a very unspoiled and scenic climbing route.

Vorosht Peak is especially appealing to experienced climbers and nature travellers, and it has several climbing routes, which usually start from Harijan Village or Valiabad Village next to the Chalus Road. The route from Harijan combines forest, grassy meadows and steep ridges, and requires careful planning, good physical fitness and mountaineering equipment. Along the way you will find several natural springs, suitable camping areas and beautiful views of the surrounding valleys and heights, which make for an outstanding experience for nature lovers. Because the area lies within a protected zone, a variety of plant and animal species have also been reported there.

To reach Vorosht Peak, leave the Chalus Road after Siahbisheh onto side roads and start from Harijan Village towards the ridge. The climb is usually a full-day outing, starting in the morning and continuing until the evening. The best time to visit and climb the peak is from spring to early autumn, when the snow cover has receded and the weather is more favourable for climbing. Responsible nature tourism is essential to preserve the beauty and sustainability of this environment: keep the trail clean, do not leave any litter behind, respect wildlife and follow the regulations of the protected area.

Written by ستایش عرب Last updated 23 Dec 2025

Activities

What you can do here, and what it takes

Mountaineering

مسیرهای صعود از روستاهای هریجان و ولی‌آباد به سمت قله مناسب کوهنوردان با تجربه است.
Walking

بخش‌های پایین‌تر مسیر تا سبزه‌زارها و جنگل‌های هیرکانی برای پیاده‌روی کوهستانی سبک و لذت‌بردن از طبیعت مناسب هستند.

Specifications

Introduction of the location and specifications of Vorosht Peak

Location: Mazandaran, Chalus, Harijan Village

Coordinates: 36.28724870, 51.35456085 Open in maps

Height above mean sea: 4025 meter

Land Form: Mountainous, Mountain

Faunas: Presence of Predatory Animals, Presence of Herbivorous Animals

Transports: Private car, Walking, Only with technical climbing equipment

Routes

ways to reach Vorosht Peak

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1) Climbing Varosht Peak

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Varosht Peak, in the Nowshahr area, is one of the most scenic summits of the Alborz range. It can be climbed by several routes, including those from the villages of Valiabad and Firuzabad. The Valiabad route passes through meadows and sheepfolds before joining the main trail, while the Firuzabad route runs through more forest and is slightly longer. There are many springs along the way, so you usually do not need to carry water. The area's vegetation is varied; in spring, thyme, wild leek and sirak (wild garlic) are abundant along the trail. Although there was not much snow at the time of our climb, in years of heavy precipitation the upper sections of the ridge turn white. The trail is a well-defined footpath as far as the park ranger's hut, and only the final section is steep. Climbing Varosht is usually done in a single day and takes about 7 hours. This route is for summer only, as the risk of avalanches is high in winter. From the summit you can enjoy a spectacular view of the peaks of the central and western Alborz, a stunning reward for the climbers' efforts.

Elevation gain: 1917 meter