Mae Sa Waterfall

Mae Sa Waterfall is a multi-tiered cascade in Mae Rim District of Chiang Mai Province, northern Thailand. The falls are a series of stepped drops set in a forested valley and are a popular local natural attraction.

The waterfall comprises multiple tiers spread along a forested stream with picnic spots and swimming pools at lower levels; visitors commonly explore a sequence of 7 to 10 accessible drops along maintained paths. The upper tiers require more walking and offer viewpoints over the Mae Sa valley and surrounding hills, while the lower tiers are near the park entrance and are suitable for shorter visits.

The falls are a natural fluvial feature of the Mae Sa watershed and have long been used by local communities for water and recreation. In modern times the site has been managed for public access with trails, picnic facilities, and basic visitor infrastructure.

Mae Sa Waterfall sits in the Mae Sa valley, Mae Rim District, about 25 kilometres north of Chiang Mai city, embedded in a forested area of foothills that lead up toward the Doi Suthep-Pui massif.

• Distance from Chiang Mai: Situated about 25 kilometres north of Chiang Mai city in Mae Rim District, making it a common day trip from the city.
• Seasonal flow: Flows strongest during the rainy season (roughly June to October); trails can be slippery after storms while the dry season has lower flows but easier walking conditions.

What to See #

• Upper tiers: Upper tiers rise through forested slopes and offer the best panoramic views of the Mae Sa valley; these sections are reached by a steeper trail with steps and viewing platforms.
• Lower tiers and pools: Lower pools and picnic areas lie close to the park entrance and are the most accessible sections for families, with short walks between cascade levels.