Kabir Kouh Protected Area

Kabir Kouh Protected Area is a nature conservatory in Darreh Shahr and Badreh counties, Ilam Province, Iran. Established in October 2001, it covers an area of 179 km2 (69 sq mi) on the northern side of Kabir Kouh range between the elevations of 950 and 2790m.

Kabir Kouh Protected Area
Kabir Kouh in spring
Location within Ilam Province
LocationDarreh Shahr and Badreh
Nearest cityDarreh Shahr and Badreh
Coordinates33.21°N 47.21°E / 33.21; 47.21
Area179 km2 (69 sq mi)
EstablishedOctober 17, 2001 (2001-10-17)
Governing bodyFRW of Ilam Province

The area is mostly mountainous with steep slopes, a rocky base and shallow soil. Water stream are prevalent in the area.

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