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Salook National Park

Salook National Park is a national park in Iran, covering 82 km² (32 sq mi). It is the #24 largest of Iran's 32 national parks.

Area
82 km²
IUCN
II: National Park
Nearest airport
BJB · 33 km

Nearest airports to Salook National Park

  1. 1
    Bojnord Airport Flag of IranBojnord, Iran Airports in Iran
    BJB33 kmstraight line
  2. 2
    Sabzevar National Airport Flag of IranSabzevar, Iran Airports in Iran
    AFZ119 kmstraight line
  3. 3
    Ashgabat International Airport Flag of TurkmenistanAshgabat, Turkmenistan Airports in TurkmenistanTransfers & Meet & Greet →
    ASB130 kmstraight line

More about Salook National Park

Salook National Park is one of 32 national parks in Iran. It covers 82 km² (8,231 ha) — about 78% of the size of Paris, making it the #24 largest national park in Iran (0.4% of the country's national park area).

History and protection

It is listed in IUCN category II: National Park — protecting whole ecosystems while welcoming visitors for recreation and education.

Visiting Salook National Park

The closest airport is Bojnord Airport (BJB), about 33 km away — around 43 minutes by car; alternatively Sabzevar National Airport (AFZ, 119 km). Other national parks within reach include Sarigol National Park (70 km²), Zamen Ahoo National Park (153 km²), Golestan National Park (910 km²) and Tandooreh National Park (355 km²) — easy to combine on one trip.

Frequently asked questions

How big is Salook National Park?

82 km² — about 8,231 hectares or 32 square miles.

What is the nearest airport to Salook National Park?

Bojnord Airport (BJB), about 33 km away in a straight line.

What protection category is Salook National Park?

It is listed under IUCN category II: National Park of the IUCN protected area categories.

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