Damavand Ski Resort

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Damavand Ski Resort

Damavand Ski Resort
Damavand is a popular destination for summer trekking tours. Because of its great height (5671 masl) and easy accessibility from the capital Tehran (about 2 hours), Mount Damavand is also increasing its popularity for ski touring and snowboarding in recent years. For more details visit Damavand Info.

In good snow condition it is possible to ski downhill about 12 Km on the mild ski slopes. Damavand is surly one of the world's finest off-piste skitouring resort.
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View from Polur Village
Picture by Ardeshir Soltani, January 2016

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Damavand Ascent Camping Site
Often referred to by several names, Damavand Camp is also known as the Damavand Base Camp, Damavand Camp II, or the second camping site of the mountain. Locally, it is called the Goosfand-Sara (گوسفند سرا ), which translates to "sheepfold," or the Saheb al-Zaman Mosque (مسجد صاحب الزمان ) campsite. This popular stop is a key location for hikers and mountaineers preparing for their ascent of Mount Damavand, offering basic amenities and a place to rest before tackling higher altitudes.

This Damavand Camp is the most popular and accessible starting point for trekking expeditions on Iran’s iconic Mount Damavand. Known for its simplicity and convenience, this base camp offers essential facilities, including a small mountain refuge, the Saheb al-Zaman Mosque, and a traditional sheepfold. Situated at an elevation of 3,040 meters, with coordinates Latitude 35.9020° and Longitude 52.1094°, it serves as the primary launching spot for climbers tackling the mountain’s south route, particularly during the summer season. As the key base camp, it provides an ideal resting place before embarking on the ascent of Damavand’s towering slopes.

Best Damavand Climbing Experience with Local Guides
The Best Mount Damavand Experience with Certified Guides. To truly enjoy Mount Damavand, having certified guides is essential. Whether you're trekking, climbing, or skiing, their professional leadership ensures that you have a top-quality experience, free from worry. Mount Damavand's certified climbing guides offer a deep understanding of the mountain's unique features and ensure that your adventure is as rewarding as it is safe. With local expertise and international standards of safety, you’ll experience the highest quality climbing, trekking, and skiing available.

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