Phu Ruea National Park, located in the scenic region of Thailand, is a haven for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers. With its stunning landscapes, diverse flora and fauna, and cooler climate, the park is a perfect getaway for hiking, birdwatching, and experiencing the rich biodiversity of the area.
Phu Ruea National Park, nestled in the heart of Thailand, extends an invitation to explore its breathtaking mountain ranges, lush forests, and unique ecosystems. Renowned for its high-altitude terrain, the park stands as a sanctuary for a variety of wildlife and rare plant species, making it a must-visit for nature lovers and outdoor adventurers. Visitors can immerse themselves in picturesque hiking trails that meander through vibrant meadows and dense woodlands, revealing panoramic vistas that captivate the senses. The park is also the perfect vantage point for watching breathtaking sunrises and sunsets that illuminate the sky with vibrant hues. Engaging in birdwatching is a popular activity here, with various species calling the park home. Whether you’re trekking up the trails or simply soaking in the tranquil environment, Phu Ruea National Park promises an unforgettable experience for anyone seeking to connect with nature in its purest form.
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Phu Ruea National Park is perched on a picturesque hilltop overlooking 42160, Thailand
Good to visit. Peter, discrimination down twice 🙂 Now ticket only 200 baht for farangs, and 40 baht for Thai people.
Have a nice look over the surroundings and the mist covered valleys. A great view for the early birds.
As usual in National parks in Thailand, there’s a fee, 200.- for foreigners, some 30 Baht for the car.Steep climb up to the visitor center which isn’t any good but for the toilets.We didn’t get to the peak by car.But there’s a lovely walk through mostly shaded forest, starting at a car park. There’s also shuttle minivans.Up on the top there were only 18 degrees Celsius, what a relief.
The good place to see the sunrise and feel a cold weather 13 Celsius at the time I visit. I walk back to the parking area enjoy the trees around there instead of ride a bus.
When the heat in the valleys is oppressive, head up into the mountains for the cool air. The park can be crowded at times, but there are many trails and amazingly photogenic vistas. You don’t really appreciate the altitude you’ve reached until you look out over the distant valleys, look down on the clouds to see, through the wholes, the cities you just passed through. There are lots of nature trails for every difficulty level and transport for those who prefer or need rides up to the scenic overlooks. Thai national parks are grossly under-rated.
Basically this a sunrise watching spot. If it’s cloudy you will be disappointed. If it’s clear then you will be impressed. There are some nice flower gardens and a Buddhist shrine at the top of the mountain but it’s all about the sunrise.Oh and it supposedly the coolest place in Thailand. It was 13 degrees for us. Nice
‘The coolest place in Siam’ says the sign in the national park. And it is significantly cooler at that altitude (‘though I found the summit of Doi Ithanon 450 Kms to the west far colder!). Any way its a beautiful park, well maintained with stunning views and there is a shuttle (10 Baht) for the short ride ride from the parking area to summit. The speciality of Phu Ruea is the cultivation of poinsettia and there are plenty to see here. There is dual pricing – 40 Baht for Thais and 200 for foreigners but I managed to get into the park at the the Thai price by showing my pink Thai ID card.There are also some dramatic cliff formations to be seen as well – mainly sandstone and information showing the area was below sea level – 180 million years ago reminding us that Thailand is on the edge of active tectonic plates near the pacific ring of fire and an earthquake region!
No sunrise or sunset for us as we arrived at the entrance of the park around 11 a.m. The viewpoints were nice, but nothing special. The shuttle to the peak did not go and we did not feel like walking those 700 metres to the top, so we don’t know if we missed something. All by all, we finished our tour through te park in an hour. Disappointing.
It must be especially cool and brisk at the peak in the “winter” months. Even in May, the air was cool and refreshing. The pine trees add to the “temperate” environment. Nice forests and nice views.
We came for the sunset and enjoyed the walk up for the last part in fresh clean air. Took about 10 minutes to walk slowly. There are toilets on the way but I saw no toilet at the top. On the way down we took the shared vehicle for 10 Baht each person. Entrance ticket 40 Baht. Car park fee 30 Baht. Saw about 10 other tourists. I heard that the sunrise view is better.