Phu Kradung National Park Travel Guide
Situated in the northeastern province of Loei,Phu Kradung National Park is one of Thailand's most beautiful areas, featuring a1,360-meter high mountain.
- What is It?
- One of Thailand's leading national parks.
- When to Go
- Between December and February, when the weather is cool and dry.
- Nearest Town
- the city of Khon Kaen, which is just a 30-minute bus ride away.
- Don't Miss
- waking up on the top of Phu Kradung Mountain to see the sun rise.
- Trivia
- Kradung means 'bell' in Thai and Phu Kradung Mountain takes its name from its bell shape.
This is a great place to stay for a few days and take the time to really explore. As you follow the trails through the park's 359 square kilometers you will pass waterfalls and hike through pine, oak and beech forests. The park is home to a good number of animals such as tigers, bears, gibbons and elephants, and animals sightings are common.
There is a camping ground on Phu Kradung Mountain where you can rent tents for those who want to spend the night. There are also a number of restaurants here and spectacular mountain views. The city of Khon Kaen is just a short bus ride away and this is also a good place to spend the night.
Travel to Phu Kradung National Park - Getting There
The easiest way to reach the park is by flying from Bangkok to Khon Kaen. Take a bus from Kon Kaen to the village of Pha Nok Khao and then a pickup truck to the park headquarters. The flight takes about 2 hours and the bus journey around 30 minutes.
