Nestled in the heart of Chiang Dao, Pha Daeng National Park is a tranquil oasis waiting to be explored. This hidden gem is home to lush forests, sparkling waterfalls, and diverse wildlife. With its unique geological features and rich cultural heritage, Pha Daeng National Park is a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers.
Tucked away in the Amphoe Chiang Dao region of northern Thailand, Pha Daeng National Park is a serene and picturesque destination that offers a chance to connect with nature. The park’s name, which translates to “Red Earth” in Thai, refers to the reddish-brown soil that covers much of its terrain. This unique geological feature is just one of the many fascinating aspects of Pha Daeng National Park.
The park’s landscape is characterized by dense forests, rolling hills, and sparkling waterfalls. The terrain is rugged and mountainous, making it an ideal destination for hiking and trekking enthusiasts. The trails range from easy to challenging, offering something for everyone regardless of skill level or experience.
In addition to its natural beauty, Pha Daeng National Park is also home to a rich cultural heritage. The park is situated near the ancient city of Chiang Dao, which was an important center of Buddhism in the region. Visitors can explore the remnants of this ancient city,
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Pha Daeng National Park is perched on a picturesque hilltop overlooking Amphoe Chiang Dao, Thailand
What a lovely place to visit. Peace and quiet to relax and unwind. Particularly liked the hot springs. Well worth a visit and good value
Not known to many people but this is a very beautiful waterfall that is situated in the Pha Daeng national Park; it became its name after a visit of Her Royal Highness, The Princess mother visited the area for a inauguration of a police station; they stopped at the place and had lunch. She presented this name to the waterfall. it is a very wide waterfall with little pools to cool of. Nice park area with beautiful Fauna and Flora. Ideal for a picnic. there is a small fee to be paid to enter, but worthwhile.
a river runs through it 🙂 You can find an assortment of wildlife, colorful birds, and very few guests.
Took a song-taew to visit here. Lovely place and very peaceful. Waterfalls take some clambering so only attempt to climb if sure footed. Hot springs were very hot but cool shower cubicles on site. Take food and drink with you as no vendors at either site.
If you pass by its ok to give it a look. Nice landscaped garden with the hot spring running in different very small ponds. In the last you can soak in ok water. The first pools are to hot. By far. Careful. 100 B. Entry. Worth it.
Defo worth the drive and entry is only 110B and gets you into the hot springs as well as seeing the waterfall. I would recommend women wearing a Tshirt and shorts over their swimwear when using the hot spring. Most local women were covered up and so we felt a bit disrespectful in our bikini’s when we realised. It wasn’t a problem and there are no signs but as a visitor I like to be as respectful as possible
Half of the photos for this place is not from here.Writing this right now from my house in Ban Nahwai, where the center of the nation park is located. It I’m the village foreigner. When you go to the waterfalls, there is a basin in top level to swim in, you can try climb it, but not recommended for children, walk up the path towards the parking and on your left there will be a path to the basin.
We did a lne day hike up the mountain which was absolutely wonderful. A misty and mystic mood eith a mix of slight rain, mist, clouds and sunshine. On top you can enjoy a great view. After the hike, we enjoyed climbing the waterfall and relaxing in the hot springs. A very nice nstional park.
The hot springs and the waterfall are part of the same national park. So you buy one 100baht ticket and keep that and you can visit both sections, in and out multiple times in the same day.The hot springs is off the road heading north from Chiang Dao town. The entrance ticket per person is 100baht, and the car park fee is 30baht for a car.There’s toilets and changing rooms for the hot pools. The hot pools under the trees are really natural looking and nice. There’s different sitting levels within the two pools. One pool is warmer than the other. I think some people complained the pools are not clean. Not an issue for me, because it comes from the hot spring stream, leaves and dirt does fall down into the pool.There’s a new pool system with filtered water and swim pool like tiled pools environment in another location nearby, but it doesn’t look open yet, and the rates would be different here based on the signage posted there. I like the current natural looking pools better.A few minutes drive further north takes you to the Sri Sungwan Waterfalls and the main Pha Daeng Park section. The waterfalls have several levels. It’s similar to the sticky waterfalls near Chiang Mai ((Nam Tok Bua Tong). But it’s not so much for ascending and descending as the the Nam Tok Bua Tong falls. You start at the top of the falls, walk down along side the falls. At the lowest level is a herb garden. Not maintained at all.
Beautiful park, a must for nature lovers. Great views, hot springs and lovely waterfall. A wonderful place to commune with nature and relax.