Meleskam Lake, Fuman

Meleskam Lake, also spelled Moleskam, is located in the village of Qaleh Rudkhan in Fuman County, Gilan Province. The lake lies in the pristine, lush summer pastures of northern Iran, and its cool, pleasant climate makes it a great place for recreation and sightseeing during the hot seasons of the year. The lake is surrounded by dense forests and green meadows, which double its beauty.

The forests around the lake contain a variety of trees, such as oak, beech, Caucasian elm (zelkova), alder and maple. Beneath the trees you will also see many herbaceous plants and shrubs. Around the lake, many kinds of flowers and aquatic plants grow. Water lilies, marsh tulips and sedges are among the common aquatic plants of the area. Meleskam Lake and its surrounding forests are also home to many kinds of animals. Some of the animals that can be found here include mammals such as wild boar, jackals, foxes, hares, squirrels, mice and bats, and birds such as eagles, falcons, owls, pigeons, nightingales, starlings, sparrows and more.

The best time to visit Meleskam Lake depends on your preference. In general, however, spring (from late Farvardin to early Khordad, roughly mid-April to late May) and autumn (from late Shahrivar to early Azar, roughly mid-September to late November) are the best times to visit the area. You can enjoy many activities at the lake, such as picnicking and photography, but swimming is not recommended. Also, the access route to the lake is a dirt road and is not very suitable for passenger cars.