Doi Suthep-Pui National Park

Doi Suthep-Pui National Park is a protected area northwest of Chiang Mai in northern Thailand that includes forested mountains, waterfalls and cultural sites. The park encompasses the forested slopes of Doi Suthep and the higher-elevation Doi Pui, forming an important greenbelt above Chiang Mai.

Within the park, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep stands near the lower slopes and is a major religious and viewpoint complex overlooking Chiang Mai. Higher up, Doi Pui offers forest trails, a small Hmong village and temperate gardens.

The area is valued for both its cultural significance-especially the temple-and its natural habitats, including evergreen forest, hilltribe settlements and a range of montane flora and fauna. Park trails and roads make the temple and summit areas accessible from Chiang Mai.

The park lies roughly northwest of Chiang Mai city, typically a short drive from the city center, and forms part of the mountain chain rising above the Chiang Mai plain.

• Temple visit tips: The temple complex near the park provides panoramic views over Chiang Mai and is busiest at sunrise and late afternoon; modest dress is required for temple entry.
• Trail conditions: Trails vary from short paved paths near the temple to steeper forest hikes on Doi Pui; check trail conditions in the rainy season and obtain local guidance for longer treks.

What to See #

• Wat Phra That Doi Suthep: Wat Phra That Doi Suthep - a major temple near the park's lower slopes offering a prominent city overlook and religious complex frequented by pilgrims and tourists.
• Doi Pui and Hmong village: Doi Pui summit and Hmong village - higher-elevation trails, a small hilltribe village and gardens near the park's interior.
• Bhuping Palace and trails: Bhuping Palace gardens and nature trails - botanical displays and short hikes found within park boundaries near the temple road.