The park occupies an area of 180 square
kilometers in Mae Taeng Sub-district, Chiang Mai and Pai
Sub-district, Mae Hong Son Province. The mountain, which
is mostly ranged highlands, has verdant forests that are
the sources of tributaries and various streams. Notable
attractions in the park include Huai Nam Dang Viewpoint
and Doi Kiu Lom, which overlooks Doi Chiang
Dao. To get there, drive along Mae Malai-Pai
Road to between Km. 65-66, and then take a 6-kilometer
access road to the park office.
Another attraction, Doi Chang Viewpoint, is
located 20 kilometers beyond the Huai Nam Dang Viewpoint
and is only accessible by four-wheel drive vehicle. The
scenic views of natural mountain ranges and early
morning sea of clouds can be seen from this view point.
Camping is possible provided that visitors bring their
own tents and food. Nearby attractions in Mae Hong Son
Province worth visiting include Tha Pai hot
spring (Pong Nam Ron Tha Pai) and Mae
Yen
waterfall.
This one-level waterfall is located on
the Mae Malai-Pai road. To get there, take a left turn
at Km. 20 onto a dirt road and proceed for 2 kilometers.
The waterfall, which is surrounded with lush green
trees, is full of water all year round.
Maetang elephant park is situated in the beautiful maetaman valley,
about 50 kilometers north of Chiangmai and is home
to over 40 elephants. Witness the splendor of these
majestic animals as the herd wallows and frolics in
the brown waters of the Maetang River and marvel at
their size as they emerge dripping and refreshed,
just inches away from you. Touch them, smell them,
feel in their power and talk to them. Then please
select one who you like the most and give him/her a
banana, he will be your friend forever.
Tel.66 053 206047 Fax. 66 053 206454
Located in Mae Taeng
District, 40 kms off Chiangmai. 35 kms from the
Highway Route No 1095: Mae Malai-Pai and turn right
for 6.5 kms. It is the highest hot spring of
Thailand. Unlike Mok Fa Waterfall which is a part of
Doi Suthep-Pui National Park, it is a part of Huay
Nam Dang National Park. A ticket for the entrance
fee costs 200 Baht each.
