Rudbarak forest

Rudbarak Forest is located 70 kilometers northeast of Shahmirzad and is well-known as a popular destination for the nature tourism in summer, due to its broad vegetation and cool weather.

In Rudbarak forest, which is also called La’loom, there is a cave that is said to be somehow related to the cult of Mithra. To explore Rudbarak mass jungles and its cave, its important for tourists to ask a local guide for help. 

Soaring oak and beech trees, as well as snowy winters, are among the main characteristics of Rudbarak forest. The presence of diverse plant species and the proximity to the Parvar Protected Area have made the fauna of this region rich and unique. That is why animals such as wild goat, brown bear, goat, and birds such as partridge, cormorant, eagle, and vulture can be seen in it.

There are two routes in order to travel to Rudbarak forest, both of which start from Shahmirzad- Foulad Mahaleh Road. From the exit of this road, by passing through Gardaneh-ye Bashm, after 50 kilometers the Rudbarak Village signposts gradually appear. The path of the village has a dirt road that goes north. By passing through the village of Rudbarak and three kilometers driving, you can reach the Lower Rudbarak.

It also should be said that Rudbarak has been hosting the festival of traditions and local games of Iranian tribes for many years. Every year at the beginning of spring, different Iranian ethnic groups, including Kurds, Lor, Turkmen, Arab Turks, Baloch and many others, gather together and celebrate three days of the summer season with each other in this beautiful area, by performing local dances and displaying handicrafts and traditional foods.