Barskoon Waterfall is located in the Barskoon Gorge on the southern shore of Issyk-Kul, near the village of Barskoon. This name usually refers not to a single waterfall, but to several cascades on the Barskoon River located in different parts of the gorge. That is why a trip here is most often associated not only with one point, but with a walk through the mountain valley and a visit to several natural sites.

Among the best-known waterfalls in the gorge are "Tears of the Snow Leopard," "Manas's Bowl," "Champagne Splashes," and "The Elder's Beard." These names have become established thanks to local legends and the distinctive appearance of the streams. Depending on the season and water level, the cascades look different: in spring and early summer the flow is usually more powerful, while during the dry period it becomes calmer.

The Barskoon Gorge is interesting not only for its waterfalls. Here you can find areas of Tien Shan spruce, mountain slopes with shrubs, and river terraces. At the entrance to the gorge, visitors are also shown the ruins of an old structure associated with ancient routes toward China, and among the notable sites there is a monument to Yuri Gagarin, reminding visitors of his visits to this area.

For tourists, this is one of the convenient destinations on the southern coast of Issyk-Kul, where people come for short hikes, mountain trips, and waterfall viewing. The location suits those who want to see a mountain landscape without a long expedition: some of the routes are accessible for a short walk, while more remote points require more time and preparation.