Arpanah Waterfalls of Lali

The Arpanah Waterfalls, also known as the Kasad Waterfalls, are located 45 km northeast of the town of Lali and about 212 km from the city of Ahvaz. The source of the Arpanah Waterfalls is in fact a large spring that pours out of the heart of the mountain and forms a series of waterfalls along its course. Along the waterway there are several water mills, of which the Palang and Nahang mills are among the best known. After a long course, and after joining the waters of the Toluk Spring and the Ab-e Shur Spring downstream, it flows into the Karun River.

Because it lies in a mountainous area with abundant water resources, the Arpanah Waterfalls area of Lali has a rich variety of plants and animals. The vegetation here consists mainly of oak trees, and other trees such as wild almond, Persian turpentine (baneh), wild fig, hawthorn and tamarisk are also found in the area. Various wild shrubs, medicinal plants and herbs, such as milkvetch (gavan), thyme, wildflowers and rangeland plants, also grow here. The wildlife of the Arpanah area is also notable, including many species of mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians. Animals found in the area include wolves, foxes, jackals, hares, birds of prey such as eagles and falcons, and various kinds of snakes and lizards.

The best time to visit the Arpanah Waterfalls is spring, especially the months of Farvardin and Ordibehesht (late March to May). At this time nature is at its most beautiful, the waterfalls are full, and the weather is pleasant and cool. Summer can also be a good time to visit because the air in this mountainous area is relatively cool, but keep in mind that the water volume of the waterfall decreases in this season and the weather can be hot during the day.