Bekhal Waterfall

Quick Facts

• Type: Waterfall
• Location: Erbil Governorate, Kurdistan Region of Iraq
• Nearby town: Rawanduz (about 10 km east)
• Notable for: Summer resort and picnic area

Overview

Bekhal Waterfall is a scenic waterfall in the mountains of northeastern Erbil Governorate. It is situated along the road to Rawanduz and is a popular summer destination for its cool air and flowing water.

The waterfall area includes small shops and picnic spots that attract visitors from across the Kurdistan Region.

Landscape and Culture

Bekhal sits in a wooded valley with a stream that feeds into the Greater Zab basin. The surrounding hills provide a green contrast to the drier lowlands below.

Notes

It is often visited together with nearby Gali Ali Beg Waterfall and Rawanduz Canyon viewpoints.