Khlong Lan National Park Park
Forest national park in western Thailand with waterfalls
A national park in western Thailand known for Khlong Lan Waterfall, dense forest and wildlife; it attracts trekkers, waterfall swimmers and local campers.
Khlong Lan National Park at a Glance#
Address: Khlong Lan National Park, Kamphaeng Phet Province, Thailand
Hours: Park open year‑round; daylight access to trails
Admission: 200 THB (~$5-6) for foreign adults; 40 THB for Thai nationals (standard park fees)
Exploring Khlong Lan National Park#
Khlong Lan is one of Thailand’s less-visited national parks, but its rugged terrain and lush vegetation make it a fine spot for a wilderness experience. The main attraction is Khlong Lan Waterfall, which tumbles about 100 metres down a mountainside in dramatic fashion and is one of the most photogenic falls in the country.
Several other falls and viewpoints are also worth visiting, and if you are lucky you may spot wild pigs or barking deer, as well as macaques and squirrels, as you stroll along the nature trails. There are bungalows beside park headquarters that you can rent for the night, along with a campsite and a grocery store.
Tips for Visiting Khlong Lan National Park#
- Arrive early in the morning to see Khlong Lan Waterfall at its clearest light and to avoid the mid-day heat and weekend visitors that crowd the main falls.
- Enter via the park headquarters/entrance near Khlong Lan Waterfall off the local highway (the waterfall is the park's primary access point) and ask at the ranger station for the best short trails - they will direct you to the main falls and nearby cascades.
- Visit during or just after the rainy season for maximum waterfall flow, but be prepared for muddy or slippery access tracks and occasional temporary closures; conversely the dry season gives easier access to upstream pools and short walks that many overlook.
Best Time to Visit Khlong Lan National Park#
Visit Khlong Lan National Park in the cool, dry season (November-February) for the most comfortable hiking and best access to waterfalls.
Weather & Climate near Khlong Lan National Park#
Khlong Lan National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers (peaking in April) and mild winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from 13°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1294 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Ideal | 13° - 28° | 20° | 4 mm | mostly sunny | 67% | 1.0 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.1h |
| February | Ideal | 14° - 30° | 22° | 13 mm | mostly sunny | 60% | 1.1 m/s | 2.0 very high | 11.5h |
| March | Excellent | 17° - 32° | 25° | 39 mm | some cloud | 56% | 1.6 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 11.9h |
| April | Excellent | 20° - 32° | 26° | 71 mm | some cloud | 58% | 1.3 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.4h |
| May | Good | 20° - 30° | 25° | 182 mm | overcast | 74% | 1.3 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.8h |
| June | Good | 20° - 28° | 24° | 151 mm | overcast | 82% | 1.3 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.0h |
| July | Good | 20° - 27° | 24° | 170 mm | overcast | 85% | 1.2 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.9h |
| August | Good | 20° - 27° | 23° | 195 mm | overcast | 86% | 1.1 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.6h |
| September | Good | 19° - 28° | 23° | 233 mm | overcast | 88% | 0.8 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.1h |
| October | Very Good | 19° - 27° | 23° | 189 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 1.1 m/s | 2.0 very high | 11.7h |
| November | Excellent | 16° - 26° | 21° | 40 mm | some cloud | 81% | 1.4 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.2h |
| December | Ideal | 13° - 26° | 19° | 7 mm | mostly sunny | 73% | 1.2 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.0h |