Mae Wang National Park
Mae Wang National Park is located 1 hour drive from Chiang Mai, near Doi Inthanon. Mae Wang National Park In this park, you can see beautiful rock formations, a reservoir, go camping, go to a waterfall and cave and see elephants. Unfortunately most of the activities are currently closed. In January 2023 only the Phachor rock formation site and the campsite are open. If you are interested in other activities, consider looking at the park’s Facebook page or contacting them directly before going there. Price : – Foreigner : 100 baht – Thai : 30 – Motorbike : 20 baht Link : Google map : https://goo.gl/maps/iiewzRGj9bkpjyms9 Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/maewang.nationalpark Phachor Phachor is the main activity. There is a viewpoint at the 1st parking lot, then you will have to take a short hike in a “canion” to reach the site. View Point Viewpoint at the start of the path for Phachor. Camping There is also a campsite just next to the reservoir. The campsite is deserted, few people camp there, so if you like calm, it’s great. The campsite building is new, they serve coffee, tea and other beverages and canned noodle dishes. It is possible to rent all the equipment for camping (see price on the photo). 360 photos More photos
Doi Pui Camping
Doi Pui campsite. One of the best views of Chiang Mai at night. The campsite is located near the top of the Doi Pui mountain (just after Doi suthep). It takes about 45 minutes by road to get there. The advantage of this campsite is the view of Chiang Mai at night, but also at sunrise. It is possible to come with your own camping equipment or to rent it (see price below). View of the campsite at night View at sunrise Campsite prices Restaurant Link : Google map : https://goo.gl/maps/i7DLVXwwj8e8dnXw6 Other : From the campsite, it is possible to take a short hike to a rather nice viewpoint. More information here : https://chiangmai.asocial.wf/doi-hua-mu-viewpoint/ January In January, for about 2 weeks, the cherry trees are in bloom, which makes the atmosphere even more pleasant.