Chamkhaleh Beach

Chamkhaleh Beach is one of the best and most beautiful sandy beaches in Iran. It is known as one of the most beautiful, best-equipped and safest beaches in the country. Chaf and Chamkhaleh is a town in Langarud County, Gilan Province, located 10 km east of the city of Langarud, 20 km east of Lahijan and 40 km west of Rudsar. Chamkhaleh Beach is 1.6 km from the center of Chaf and Chamkhaleh. The name Chamkhaleh combines two Gilaki words, "cham" (meaning bend or twist) and "khaleh" (meaning river), and altogether means "winding river". This fits the winding course of the river that starts in the foothills of Langarud, makes a full bend near Chamkhaleh, flows toward the town and finally empties into the sea.

The Chamkhaleh River runs near Chamkhaleh Beach. It is one of the highest-flowing rivers in Iran and in the past was a route for Iranian and Russian ships. Today, visiting the river and having a picnic beside it are popular activities among tourists. Near Chamkhaleh Beach there is also a wetland where you can go boating and birdwatching. The beautiful Chamkhaleh Beach offers visitors good facilities, including accommodation suites, private and public gazebos, barbecue areas, restrooms, a swimming beach and more.

According to many travellers, the best time to visit Chamkhaleh is from mid-spring to late summer, because at this time of year you can enjoy water activities on the beach. Keep in mind, though, that summers in Chamkhaleh, like in other northern cities of Iran, are hot and humid; so if you can't tolerate the heat, visit the area in other seasons.