The first ski area in Iran in which mechanical ski lifts were installed in 1332 (1953) was Ab Ali.

Prior to that, typically, since the region enjoyed favorable climatic condition in summer, sportsmen and those who liked mountainous areas and skiing rushed to the region for its recreational facilities.

Since Ab Ali is situated on the road of Tehran-North, many sportsmen were familiar with Ab Ali. Specific characteristics such as thermal spring water, Imam-Zade Hashem Holy Shrine and etc, have made the region much distinctive from other ski fields of Iran. Ab Ali is situated at a distance of 75 Kilometers east of Tehran. This region is the birthplace of modern ski and the base of ski sport in Iran. Ab Ali ski and lift facilities include: one telecabin. five dish tele-ski and three hammer tele-skis which are divided among three sections: Oil company's ski field, private fields and the physical Education's field.
The highest point of region is 2650m, while its lowest point is 240Gm above the sea level. Skiing season varies from (Dec.22-Mar. 19). The region has six restaurants and one Hotel.

Open to Public : Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, all year round.