Doi Wiang Pha National Park

Doi Wiang Pha is to be announced as a national park covering the areas of Mae Fang National Conserved Forest in Tambol Sridongyen, Tambol Maetalob, Chaiprakarn District, Tambol Mae Kha, Tambol Mae Kha, Fang District, Chiang Mai Province, and the left side of Mae Lao National Conserved Forest in Tambol Pa Daed, Tambol Srithoi, Tambol Thakor of Chiang Rai Province within an approximate area of 583 square kilometers or 364,375 rai.

The geographical features of the National Park consist of high mountains, extending northwards, which are regarded as the boundary between Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai provinces. Doi Wiang Pha is the highest mountain of the National Park, at the altitude of 1,834 meters above the medium sea level. Most of the areas are water-source forests for major gullies, particularly Fang River and branches of Lao River such as Mae Fangluang Gully, Mae Fangnoi Gully, Yangmin River, etc.

Huai Sai Khao Waterfall

Huai Sai Khao Waterfall is a 3-step, small-sized waterfall, originated from Sai Khao Gulley. The Waterfall is situated approximately 300 meters away from the National Park's office. In summer, the Waterfall rather dries up.

Doi Wiang Pha Waterfall

Doi Wiang Pha Waterfall is approximately 18 meters high, originated from Maetalob Gulley and situated approximately 8 kilometers away from the National Park's office.

Mae Fangluang Waterfall

Mae Fangluang Waterfall is approximately 10 meters high, situated approximately 10 kilometers away from the National Park's Protection Unit No. Vor.Phor.1 (Hua Fai).

Doi Wiang Pha Sightseeing Spot

Tourists may experience the natural charms of mountain ranges at dawn and in the twilight. In winter, the weather is coal and foggy in the morning. The sightseeing spot is situated approximately 30 kilometers away from the National Park's Protection Unit No. Vor.Phor.1 (Hua Fai).

Doi Suthep Pui National Park

Doi Suthep-Pui used to be known as Doi Oi Chang. Its new name comes from the name of a hermit, Prarusiwasuthep who lived at Doi Suthep-Pui was a protected forest. In 1973, The Royal Forest Department decided that Doi Suthep and 13 other forest areas in the country should eventually be national parks. The Royal Forest Department sent Mr.Panya Boonsomboon to survey the area.

After that, the national park committed decided that only forest in good condition should be included in Doi Suthep-Pui National park and areas occupied by villagers should be excluded. In 1981, as the 24th national park of Thailand which encompasses 161.06 square kilometers. The following year, an additional 100 square kilometers were annexed to the park, bringing the total to 261.06 square.

Doi Suthep, Doi Buakha and Doi Pui are the three main peaks in the park. The highest peak, Doi Pui, rises to 1,685 meters above mean sea levels.

Huey Kaew Waterfall

It is located near the Cruba Sriwichai Memorial, not far from the main road. You can walk to Wang Bua Ban, a beautiful pool at the base of Pha Ngoeb Criff.

Monthathan Waterfall

This place is a beautiful, nine-tiered waterfall that flows over a cliff. It is about 3 kilometers from Huay Kaew Waterfall.

Mae Sa Waterfall

This waterfall is a lovely set of nine falls that a good flow of water all year long. A distance of 100 to 500 meters separates all the falls.

Tard Mork Waterfall

It is far from Mae Rim District about 14 kilometers on Mae Rim - Sa Meung Road. It's a quiet and moist forest especially in hot season.

Mork Fa Waterfall

One of a nice waterfall in Mae Tang District. Travelling on Chiang Mai - Fang (Road number 107) and keep to the left on Mae Malai - Pai (Road number 1095) about 58 kilometers. Moreover there are Mork Fa Cave and Nature trail near the fall.

Doi Inthanon National Park

Doi Inthanon National Park covers the areas of Sanpatong District, Chomthong District, Mae Chaem District, Mae Wang District, and Toi Lor Sub-district of Chiang Mai Province within an approximate area of 482 square kilometers. The National Park consists of high mountains, including Doi Inthanon, which is the highest mountaintop in Thailand and the source of many rivers such as Ping River, where the Bhumipol Dam is situated and generating the electrical power. The National Park has beautiful natural scenery such as waterfalls, particularly Mae Ya Waterfall, which is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Thailand.

Historically, the mountain of Doi Inthanon was refered to as Doi Ang Ka. Prince Intharawichayanon, the last ruler of Chiang Mai, realized the importance of the country's forests, especially in the north, where the forest serve as the watershed for the country. He was interested in helping and supporting people who were investigating the history in his area. So he requested that his body must be placed on the summit of Doi Ang Ka. After his death, the mountain was renamed Inthanon, a short version of his name. Today, visitors can see the Inthanon Wichayanon stupa on the summit of Doi Ang Ka.

The geographical features of the National Park consists of high mountains, including Doi Inthanon, which is the highest mountaintop in Thailand (2,565 meters above the sea level), followed by Doi Huamodluang (2,330 meters above the sea level). Doi Inthanon is the source of many rivers including Mae Klang, Mae Pakong, Mae Pon, Mae Hoi, Mae Ya, Mae Chaem, Mae Khan, and being part of Ping River, where the Bhumipol Dam is situated and generating the electrical power.

Mae Klang Waterfall

Mae Klang Waterfall is located in the east of the National Park, approximately 8 kilometers away from Chom Thong - Doi Inthanon Road, then make a left hand turn for 1 kilometer until reaching the Waterfall. This waterfall is very popular among Thai and foreigners who come to swim, picnic and relax. The rapid stream and waterfall spill over the area produce cool and pleasant for visitors.

Mae Ya Waterfall

Mae Ya Waterfall is a large waterfall of 260 meters high, located in the south of the National Park. The Waterfall originated in Mae Ya Gully. Many tourists claimed that the Waterfall is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Thailand since the Waterfall is like a combination of different waterfalls. The Waterfall can be accessed from the right hand side of Chomthong-Hod Road, then, follow the guide posts.

Siriphum Waterfall

The Waterfall was formerly called "Lao Lee Waterfall", which was named after the headman of a nearby tribesman village. After that Mr.Ror.Vor. Jakthong Thongyai, a former Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives, named the Waterfall "Siriphum" to enhance the prestige of His Majesty the King and Her Majesty the Queen. The Waterfall is located near km 31, Chomthong-Doi Inthanon Raod

Vachiratharn Waterfall

Vachiratharn Waterfall (or "Muangyong Waterfall") is a 70-meter-high waterfall, having originated in Mae Klang Gully and being located near km 22, Chomthong-Doi Inthanon Raod. At the Waterfall, there are many caves; and the most beautiful one is Borijinda Cave, a large cave with stalactite and stalagmite, located in the east of the National Park.

Kaew Mae Pang Nature Trail

one of the most beautiful and rewarding walks in the park is a new trail, which begins a short distance up the main summit road from Napamaytanidol. The path leads for a kilometer or more through dense, moist evergreen forest, then emerges and follows the top of a steep slope bordering the canyoned headwaters of the Mae Pan river. Dotted with red rhododendron, the trail proceeds southward for another kilometer with fine, open views to the west, then re-enters the forest and eventually terminates at Napamaytanidol Chedi. Two hours would allow a leisurely walk with camera stops.

Summit of Doi Inthanon

Summit of Doi Inthanon offers fine views to visitors, especially during November and December. On the summit, there is a stupa containing the body of prince Intharawichayonon, whose chronicle placed on the back of the marble plaque nearby. However photographing any parts of the radar station s forbidden.

Brichinda Cave

This impressive limestone cave has a gigantic entrance camber and tower and a scene huge chamber with a skylight opening to the surface. This cave has a medium-size, which has beautiful stalagmite, is situated in the middle of deciduous forest. It takes about one hour walk from the main road.

View Point and Phra Mahathat Chedi

At Km. 41 of Chomthong-Doi Inthanon Road, there are Phra Mahathat Chedi Nophamethanidol and Phra Mahathat Noppholbhumisiri built for presenting to His Majesty the King and Her Majesty Queen Sirikit by Thai Air Force.

Wang Kwai Waterfall

This waterfall has cold pleasant water which is suitable for swimming. Visitors can take route 00, Chiang Mai - Hod, turn right to route 00, Chom Tong - Doi Inthanon at 58 km. and proceed for another 9.7 km.

Siritan Waterfall

This waterfall is 81 km. from Chiang Mai. Take the route 108, Chiang Mai - Hod and turn left at 58 th km. and continue on Chomg Tong - Doi Intanon for 23 km. you will reach Siritan Waterfall. The 100 meters trail in the Montain Rainforest will brighten up your day.

Doi Khun Klang

Approximately km 31, the geographical area is surrounded by fields of grass due to reclamation of forests since 50 years ago, as a result, Doi Khun Klang looks wavy, particularly in the rainy season, the scenery of Doi Khun Klang is so greenish and spectacular for photographing. However, nature lovers wish to see the forests rather than the fields of grass.

Mae Pang Waterfall Group

at Km. 6.6 on the Mae Chaem road is the turn-off to Mae Pang Waterfall. The laterite access road descends about two kilometers to the Mae Chaem Ranger Station and camp-ground, and is suitable for any vehicle although the road can be slippery on the uphill after a heavy rain. The area is quiet, of the beaten track, and can be described as the backcountry of Doi Inthanon Park. It offers a rewarding loop hike of 1 to 2 hours through untouched terrain with small waterfalls and tumbling creeks along most of the route. You can walk along the whole loop since it is largely un-marked, but any visitor can walk the 800 meters to Mae Pang waterfall and back again, as wall as the 200 meters to Huay Sai Luaeng waterall (just beyond the camp-ground).

Chiang Dao National Park

Chiang Dao is the ridge of mountain of Doi Chiang Dao and Pha Dang. This is the same area of Chian Dao Wild Animals Protection Area and Sri Lanna National Park which namely the Chiang Dao National Park. The forest of the northern part of Thailand is the source of Ping river and Mae Tang river or so called "Khun Nam Ping and Khun Nam Mae Tang" which are located in the National Conservation Forest of Chiang Dao, Amphur Viang Haeg, Amphur Chiang Dao and Forest Conservation of Mae Fang river in Amphur Fang, Chiang Mai province. Geographic here is the complexity of mountains and has the fertile forest. The natural highlights of this national park are Sri Sangwan waterfall, Pang Tong waterfall, Nivet Hold of Water, Krab cave, Tab Tao cave, Doi Pha Tang and Doi Bha Dang which you can make a sightseeing at the top of mountain. Additional, this area also had been found the interesting historical evidence. The national park covered area totally about 1,123.336 square kilometers or 702,085 rais was established on November 2, 2000.

The area, in general, consists of complicated mountains. The main mountains in the east part, almost sedimentary rock, are Doi Thumglab, Doi Huatoe, Doi Khunhuay Sai, Doi Phadang, Doi Thum Ngob and Doi Danfak. The main mountains in the west part, covered by forest, are Doi Khampra, Doi Pukphukka, Doi Lekjee, Doi Sankiew-khompra, Doi Kiew Who Lom, Doi Tuay and Doi Yang klor. In the middle of the high mountain ranges, north and south between Huay Mae Jok and Hnong Kheaw Village, is the low-land which has low mountains, for examples, Doi Thummyung and Doi Khunpao. And in the west part, the highest area about 400-1,800 meters above sea level, has Doi Pukphukka, about 1,794 meters above sea level, be the highest mountain. There is heavy rain because the area is influenced by southwestern monsoon.

Sri Sang Warn Waterfall

This medium-size waterfall wide about 10-12 meters and has about 10 - 15 meters height. It consists of 3 levels of waterfall and flows down for 3 steps. The origin of this waterfall is Khun Nam Na Wai. Some big trees could be found in this waterfall area while the up-stream area, the forest had been fired and destroyed. Other area is a open forest which has some of bamboos while the down-stream area is the fertile forrest. This waterfall is located in Ban Na Wai, Muang Na district, Amphur Chiang Dao, far from the asphal road at Km. 24.5 road no. 1178 Muang Ngai-Ban Na Wai section about 150 meters and far from Amphur Chiang Dao about 35 kilometers. It's very conveniece for your vacation.

Pang Tong Waterfall

This medium-size waterfall hides in the beautiful unique forest. The Khun Mae Ngai river is its origin by which water is drained thru a hold under the ground in length of 50-60 meters and then flows out thru the cliff becomes the waterfall of 10 meters width. It's separated in 3 levels and 2 sections. Forest in this area is the rainforest covered with a lot of trees. It far from the compressed soil road of Ror. Por. Shor, Pai Mae Cha - Piang Luang section) at KM 20. You can ride on this road all year round.

Krab Cave

This medium-size cave is the outcome of rock mountain in this cave. Its width is about 10 meters, inside you can find a lot of bats while on the floor is the way of water drain out of the front of cave. Its depth is about 500 meters while the cave wall formed as the protrude layers along both sides. This is assumed that these layers are the output of drained water which make a track on these rock while the top side has the beautiful protruded rock . The front side of cave is a plain area and the top of nearby mountain is the habitat of many monkeys. This area is far from the compressed soil road (KM. 99, Ban Huai Cha Dan) about 60 meters and far from the road no. 107 (Chiang Mai - Amphur Fang) at KM. 99 about 1.5 kilometers.

Tab Tao Cave

Located in Ban Tab Tao, in front of cave has temple aged about 40-50 year olds. It was developed as the tourist destination. This cave is smaller than Chiang Dao cave, from surveying the mountain adjacented side found that it has the clean water canal lies thru the temple and has water supply all year long. Forest in this area is mostly fertile covered with many big trees. It's very conveniece for you to go there by riding on the road no. 107 of Chiang Mai - Fang and make a turn at the intersection of KM. 118 and then drive on the soil road to temple at the distance about 3 kilometers. At present, this cave is very popular for tourist to visit.

Doi Pha Tang

It's the high rock mountain which has the round beautiful big rock as the attraction. It's located at KM. 93 (of the road no. 170, Chiang Mai - Fang section) which has length about 300 meters.

Doi Pha Dang

This was formed by the high big rock became the beautiful view for sighseeing. It's located at Km. 98 of the road no. 107, Chiang Mai - Fang

Pong Ang Hot Spring

This small hot water pool generates of sulphur gas and some smoke of water. There is water flowing all year round in the area of the entrance of village near Pong Ang at the intersection of Km.22 Muang ngai - Bann Na Wai road which far from this intersection about 2 kilometers. This is the living place of many kinds of bird.

Yot Doi Viewpoint

Located at KM. 45 of the Ror. Por. Shor. road, Mae Cha - Piang Luang section. This area is the replanted forest of Khun Kong Water Source Managemnet Unit. You can see a beautiful view from both side of the wild animals conservation area.

Doi Tuay Viewpoint

Located in the northern part of surveyed area, it's the origin of Mae Ping canal so called "Khun Ping". Climate of this area is very comfortable and you can see the good view of Thailand and the mountain in Mynmar area. If you want to go there, please start from Ban Muang Na, Muang Na district, Amphur Chiang Dao and drive along the ridge of Doi Tuay which about 10 kilometers long.