Gachan Waterfall

Gachan Waterfall is one of the most notable natural waterfalls in Ilam Province, in Ilam County. It lies about 15 kilometres north of the city of Ilam, in a beautiful valley covered with oak and walnut trees and scattered woodland. The waterfall forms along the Gachan Valley, where abundant springs meet rocky slopes, creating a captivating scene for nature tourism. Its location near the Manesht and Qalarang mountains means the surrounding landscape combines mountains, valley, forest and flowing water.

Gachan Waterfall is especially attractive in spring, summer and autumn, when the water flow is stronger and the surrounding vegetation is at its greenest. The route to the waterfall begins on the main road from Ilam to Sarableh, and after passing through the long tunnel on this road, you can reach the access road to Gachan Valley. With gentle slopes and dirt tracks, the valley offers a pleasant experience for nature walks and family outings. Visitors can enjoy the scenery, rest beside the waterfall or take landscape photographs.

The best time to visit Gachan Waterfall is spring and summer, when the weather is mild, the water flow is stronger and the surrounding vegetation is at its best. You can drive to the closest possible point, and from there an easy to moderate walk through the valley leads to the foot of the waterfall. While in nature, please follow the principles of responsible tourism, such as collecting your litter, not lighting fires and respecting the surrounding vegetation and ecosystem, to help protect this environment.