Kara Trail Junction – Palangchal Shelter and Valley loop from Evin Prison
Kara Trail Junction – Palangchal Shelter and Valley loop from Evin Prison
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Kara Trail Junction – Palangchal Shelter and Valley loop from Evin Prison
04:37
13.7km
700m
Hiking
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: August 7, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
1.59 km
Utility Pole in Rocky Mountain Area
Highlight • Structure
2.58 km
Lion's Head Rock Formation
Highlight • Natural Monument
2.62 km
Darband Valley Trail
Highlight • Trail
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2.66 km
Kara Trail Junction
Highlight • Trail
2.78 km
Metal Pole Marker in the Alborz Mountains
Highlight • Monument
4.22 km
Trail Junction Near Old Stone Buildings
Highlight • Trail
6.79 km
Palangchal Shelter and Valley
Highlight • Mountain Hut
11.9 km
Waterfall
Highlight • Waterfall
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13.7 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
12.0 km
1.19 km
308 m
170 m
Surfaces
7.28 km
4.73 km
1.67 km
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Comments
The route from Darakeh to Tochal Station 5 is approximately 12 kilometers long and you will have a lot of elevation change along the way. This route starts at an altitude of about 1800 meters (Darakeh) and reaches Tochal Station 5 at an altitude of about 3700 meters. Therefore, you will have approximately 1800 meters of elevation …
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