Chakrood Canyon

Chakrud or Chakrood Canyon is located in Rahim Abad, Gilan province. This canyon starts from the Peram Kuh region and flows to the Caspian Sea. There are several waterfalls in this canyon, most of which are about 6 meters high, there is a waterfall in the side canyon that has 30 meters in height. Chakrood Canyon is very long, but its entire length is inaccessible and only part of it can be canyoned. Chakrood is one of the popular canyons climbing destinations in northern Iran.

Before introducing Chakrood Canyon, it is necessary to note that visiting this canyon is suitable for professionals and trained people.

Chakrood Canyon specifications

Normally the river movements form canyons. They are usually V-shaped, the exact shape of which depends on the characteristics of the flow in which the Chakrood Canyon is one of the same ones. You can hear the sound of water and crickets in the depths. Hiking in this canyon. without a canyoning guide and essential equipment is dangerous and not recommended. The depth of the canyon, created by flood erosion over many centuries, has exposed the sedimentary layer of the walls. The best time to visit Chakrood is in summer. As the climate is mountainous, spring rains make the river roar. Traces of winter cold can still be found in spring. The summer weather gets warmer, so swimming in the cool water of the canyon is enjoyable. With the onset of autumn and heavy rains, access to this canyon is difficult and dangerous.

Flora and fauna of Chakrood Canyon

This area also has sufficient humidity and a suitable climate. As a result, various plants grow in the forests around the canyon. As you cross, a forest of the green spectrum appears in front of you, including beech, hornbeam, and plum trees, as well as hazelnuts, raspberries, wild grapes, and figs. Chakrood Canyon is a good place for animals to live. You may not see any signs of them around the region; but remember that animals like snakes, frogs, crabs, jackals, rabbits, and bears live. On the trees, you will find birds of prey, sparrows, nightingales, pheasants, crows, and butterflies.

Safety tips and essential equipment

Never travel to this canyon without the necessary equipment. Be sure to get the right shoes for this trip. Canyoning equipment such as: ropes Shoes – Socks – Wetsuit – Thermals – Beanie - Shirt / shorts - Dry change of clothes – Gloves. Abseiling gear: Descender – Carabiners – Gloves- Knife- Safety line / cowstail – Prusiks – Slings – Maillons. Other equipment: Pack - Dry bag / canyon keg- First aid kit- Head torch- Navigation tools- Lightweight rain coat- Camping equipment (sleeping bag etc…) - Swimming goggles- Sun protection- Microfibre towel. We prepare: Life Eroica personal PFD - Singing Rock Versa2 Harness – Rope – MAMMUT el cap helmet – figure 8 Descende - canyoning backpack. It's essential to bring a sleeping bag, extra clothes, and a bivouac to stay around the canyon. It is also better to wear a whistle for swimming in the river.

Pay attention to the following safety points:

In addition to rappelling with ropes in some places, especially at the bottom of the canyon, some obstacles must be overcome by hand and without rappelling gears, therefore it's essential to have the experience scrambling.
The presence of several deep pools has made it possible to passing a significant part of the canyon only through swimming.
Due to the presence of water and its high pressure, you must seal all your equipment.
Do not forget about high physical strength, because in addition to canyoning, you have a heavy walk ahead on the way back. By no means IRMTravel recommends experiencing this trip by Iran canyoning tours.

Access routes to Chakrood Canyon

There are two ways to reach the canyon:

The first route: you have to move from Chalus or Rasht road to Rudsar and from there to Rahima Abad, we go between Rudsar and Ramsar and after Rahima Abad enter the dirt road of Tiyola village and finally after passing the last village on foot about 20 You will enter the valley in minutes
The Second route: move from Rasht road to Langerud city, after reaching there, you should go to the Otaghvar city. There is a sign at the beginning of the route that guides you. Next, go to Amlash, by continuing the route, then you will reach the Rahim Abad region, and then you will enter the dirt road of Tiyola village. Finally, after passing the last village, you will enter the valley on foot for about 20 minutes.

IRMTravel suggests that the second route because it's too stunning due to its pristine and mountainous nature.