Margoon WaterfallAbout Margoon Waterfall
Margoon Waterfall is a notable waterfall in Iran’s Fars province, set in a mountainous valley of the Zagros foothills. The cascade drops approximately 70 metres and forms a wide, scenic curtain of water, especially in spring.
A paved path and steps lead from the nearby road and parking area to viewing points at the base and along the falls, making it a popular local tourist site. The area around the waterfall is rugged and rocky, with year-round flowing water dependent on seasonal precipitation.
The waterfall lies near the village of Margoon in central Fars province and is reached by regional roads from the surrounding towns and higher-elevation areas of the province.
- Height and seasonality: The waterfall drops roughly 70 metres and is widest after spring snowmelt and heavy rainfall, making that season the most dramatic time to visit.
Best Time to Visit Margoon Waterfall
Best in spring for maximum flow and green surroundings; avoid high summer if seeking cooler weather.
Weather & Climate near Margoon Waterfall
Margoon Waterfall's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental (Dry Summer) - Hot-Summer Continental (Dry Summer) climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -6°C to 33°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | -6° - 5° | -2° | 34 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 1.4 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.3h |
| February | Acceptable | -3° - 8° | 0° | 35 mm | partly cloudy | 66% | 2.4 m/s | 1.0 high | 11.0h |
| March | Good | 0° - 13° | 5° | 46 mm | partly cloudy | 59% | 2.3 m/s | 1.5 very high | 11.9h |
| April | Very Good | 4° - 18° | 11° | 21 mm | partly cloudy | 56% | 2.7 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.8h |
| May | Ideal | 9° - 25° | 17° | 12 mm | mostly sunny | 40% | 2.6 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 13.6h |
| June | Ideal | 13° - 31° | 22° | 1 mm | clear | 21% | 2.3 m/s | 3.0 extreme | 13.9h |
| July | Ideal | 16° - 33° | 24° | 3 mm | mostly sunny | 18% | 2.0 m/s | 2.8 extreme | 13.8h |
| August | Ideal | 15° - 32° | 24° | 3 mm | mostly sunny | 18% | 1.9 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 13.1h |
| September | Ideal | 10° - 29° | 20° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 20% | 1.8 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.2h |
| October | Excellent | 6° - 22° | 14° | 6 mm | mostly sunny | 30% | 1.5 m/s | 1.5 high | 11.3h |
| November | Good | 1° - 14° | 6° | 17 mm | some cloud | 53% | 1.7 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.5h |
| December | Good | -4° - 8° | 1° | 40 mm | partly cloudy | 62% | 1.5 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.1h |
How to Get to Margoon Waterfall
Located near Sepidan County. Reachable by road from Shiraz (roughly 120-150 km); local buses and private cars travel to the parking area, followed by a short descent on foot to the falls.
Tips for Visiting Margoon Waterfall
- Arrive early in the morning to see the waterfall with the clearest light and the fewest visitors.
- The approach involves steep stone steps near the site - wear shoes with good grip.
- Local guides at the parking area can arrange mules for older visitors, but verify animal welfare before hiring.