Doi Luang National Park

It was officially established in 1990 and occupies part of three Thai provinces: Chiang Rai, Phayao, and Lampang. Thailand is known for its beautiful natural attractions and Doi Luang is one of the best places to appreciate this.

The landscape is varied throughout the park, with the Wang and Lao rivers and Phayao Lake accounting for the majority of water in the park. The waterfalls are some of the most beautiful sights, and Wang Kaew Waterfall is one of the largest, with reputedly over 100 levels. Pu Kaeng Waterfall has nine levels, but is more easily accessible, and Champa Thong Waterfall is the most challenging to ascend.

Forests are abundant as well at this park, and range from evergreen forest, moist evergreen forest, and mixed deciduous and dry dipterocarp forests. Trekking through the vast forest area is usually high on the list of things to do for visitors, and most will undoubtedly pass through some small villages as they make the trip.

Depending on what you want to do while you’re here, the weather during the different seasons may have an effect on when you want to visit. November to February is the ‘cold’ season, with temperatures hovering around 15-20°C. This is probably the best season for hiking and camping. If you want to see the spectacular waterfalls, November is the best time. The hot season comes next, and lasts from March until May. The rainy season is from June to October, and is great for seeing the explosion of green, although beware of leeches lying in wait along the walking trails.