{"id":40867,"date":"2019-12-26T16:13:34","date_gmt":"2019-12-26T16:13:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/?p=40867"},"modified":"2026-02-05T14:31:21","modified_gmt":"2026-02-05T14:31:21","slug":"top-5-off-the-beaten-track-mountain-destinations-for-the-winter-near-tehran","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/top-5-off-the-beaten-track-mountain-destinations-for-the-winter-near-tehran\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 5 off-the-beaten-track winter mountain destinations near Tehran"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Are you looking for a new mountain destination to climb in the winter? Here are our recommendations for you!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Winter is finally here and once again, the snow-covered mountain peaks are calling the enthusiastic mountain climbers to embark on a new adventure. And yes, it has turned to a clich\u00e9 as we mentioned it many times before, but Iran is not only a destination for desert and hot weather. The breathtaking, untouched mountains of Iran<\/a> can be an amazing destination for mountain lovers and better again, you will have many options even if you only reside in the capital and nowhere else in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This cheap destination for a winter adventure offers you a lot, from skiing in the slopes of Tochal<\/a> in the northern part of Tehran to amazing volcano of Damavand which is just within reach(less than 2 hours driving from the city). Besides, there are many less-known mountains around the city which are excellent for climbing and enjoying great views and landscapes,especially in the winter when it snows a lot. If you are a mountain\/snow\/frozen waterfall lover, here are some suggestions for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Avizar<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Avizar is a village located in Asara District, Karaj County, Alborz Province. It is about 2 hours from Tehran<\/a>. In the winter, it snows a lot in this district and so, the mountains are covered with snow during this season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Khor Waterfall<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Khor is the name of one of the tallest waterfalls near Tehran<\/a> in Alborz province. This beautiful waterfall becomes frozen during the winter and is a great place for hiking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Pahneh Hesar<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Pahneh Hesar is the name of a mountain range in north-western Tehran. The peak is 3375 meters and offers great views of surrounding mountains and landscapes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sangan Waterfall<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This 42-meter waterfall is located 20 kilometers northwest of Tehran and is a great place for adventourous climbers during the winter when it is frozen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sarkachal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Sarkachal is a the name of the peak located in Shemshak<\/a> county in north of Tehran. The peak is 4210 meters high and is popular among professional mountain climbers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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