Bach Ma National Park Park

Address: Bach Ma National Park, Thua Thien-Hue Province, Vietnam

Website: http://www.bachmanp.org.vn/

Admission: Entrance fees vary; national-park permits required locally

Bach Ma National Park is a protected area in central Vietnam that conserves montane rainforest on and around Bach Ma mountain in Thua Thien-Hue province. The park protects a range of habitats from lowland forest to cloud forest at higher elevations and is known for its biological diversity.

Key visitor attractions include a network of hiking trails, waterfalls and viewpoints on the mountain, along with wildlife and birdwatching opportunities. The summit area reaches roughly 1,450 metres and offers panoramic views across the coastal plain and the South China Sea on clear days.

The area contains remnants of a French colonial hill station and associated villas built during the colonial era; these structures plus the natural scenery attract both nature-oriented and cultural visitors. Park infrastructure supports guided walks and short treks into the higher forest zones.

Bach Ma National Park sits in Thua Thien-Hue province, approximately a short drive south of the city of Hue and inland from the central Vietnamese coast. The park occupies a mountainous landscape that forms part of the Annamite range near the coast.

• Visiting tip: A network of trails and small roads leads from the park entrance up to higher-elevation viewpoints; mornings are often misty and best for birdwatching.
• Historic structures: Scattered French colonial villas and ruins remain within the park, reflecting its use as a hill station during the colonial period.

What to See#

• Bach Ma summit: The summit zone of Bach Ma reaches roughly 1,450 metres and contains cloud forest and several short walking trails leading to viewpoints over the surrounding coastal plain.

Bach Ma is approximately 40 km south of Hue city and 70 km north of Da Nang. Regular buses and private cars run from Hue to the park entrance near the township of Bach Ma; a 45-60 minute drive from Hue city center. Arrange park entry and guides through the park office in Hue or at the park reception.

• Hire a local guide familiar with the park's trails and wildlife - the terrain is steep and vegetation dense.
• Bring insect repellent - leeches and ticks can be an issue in the wet season.
• If planning the Truong Son hiking routes or canyon swims, confirm seasonal access with park authorities in Hue (Phu Vinh or Phu Loc offices).