Ban Krang Campsite is located within Kaeng Krachan National Park in Phetchaburi Province. The camping area sits along Ban Krang stream and is known among birdwatchers and butterfly enthusiasts for the variety of species found in the area. Activities at the site include birdwatching and nature hiking through the surrounding forest. The campsite provides basic facilities including restroom access for campers. The location offers a natural setting with forest surroundings and the sounds of flowing water nearby. Visitors can observe wildlife and explore the trails that wind through the park's terrain. The campsite is suitable for those interested in wildlife observation and spending time in a forested environment. The nightly rate is 60 baht per person and camping equipment is available for rent.
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The dining area had 30 lizards. The campsite was quite decent but the lower side had the worst bathrooms in history. Can’t even imagine how bad it was. The national park was good
Good for birds, poor facilities.
Ban Krang campsite is a shady, refreshing campsite where cool breezes flow all day. Surrounded by nature, it offers a tranquil atmosphere that makes it perfect for pitching a tent and enjoying the outdoors.
Small bar...but the most successful alcohol bar in the entire famous Chiang Mai night market. Courtesy and drinks are outstanding.
The biggest national park in Thailand, a very beautiful and preserved forest area with asphalt road winding thought, very scenic ride. Many animals can be potencially spotted including elephants which also sometimes wonder into the campsite. All good but - the management is a complete disaster! I travel and visit parks all over the world and I never had worse camping experience then here. In 2025 I have came twice, first when it was a monsoon season, the camp was peaceful and had a good night sleep, there were only few hardened true bird watchers knowing how to behave in such protected area. After some months later I happily came back and all was pretty packed with Thai tourists. The amount of people isn't even such an issue as it is their behavior and one of camp rangers also. All evening the were making noise and talk loudly, many people. That went deep into the night with not only talking but almost shouting loudly, doing grill and partying. That would be all fine but you don't do this in the national park where people come to enjoy quiet, wildlife and the natural serenity. I had my hammock and could not sleep all the night. Around 4 a clock I thought is gonna finally settle down but then all the people become waking up and starting car engines - they drive to the upper camp to see the sunrise. A complete nightmare and chaos. Not only insesible Thai tourist made all the noise but even some group of the rangers that work in the park. They were smoking and talking loudly at about 11:00pm and later, also talking loudly on phone at the camp area where some people try to sleep. I have never seen something like that before and I think the management should be checked and changed. For comparison, I went to Khao Yai national park which is more famous and visited, they were much more people and it was much more silent and well behaved, without barbecues also or partying because the management there is more strict and doing their job properly to keep the place in order. It is a shame here because it is a very nice place. I hope someone make an effort to change for better. Also if you come here, you really should go to the other camp on top of the mountains, it is incredible. You can only go by 4x4 in the morning. Can also hitchike with some otherwise friendly Thai people going up.
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The dining area had 30 lizards. The campsite was quite decent but the lower side had the worst bathrooms in history. Can’t even imagine how bad it was. The national park was good
Good for birds, poor facilities.
Ban Krang campsite is a shady, refreshing campsite where cool breezes flow all day. Surrounded by nature, it offers a tranquil atmosphere that makes it perfect for pitching a tent and enjoying the outdoors.
Small bar...but the most successful alcohol bar in the entire famous Chiang Mai night market. Courtesy and drinks are outstanding.
The biggest national park in Thailand, a very beautiful and preserved forest area with asphalt road winding thought, very scenic ride. Many animals can be potencially spotted including elephants which also sometimes wonder into the campsite. All good but - the management is a complete disaster! I travel and visit parks all over the world and I never had worse camping experience then here. In 2025 I have came twice, first when it was a monsoon season, the camp was peaceful and had a good night sleep, there were only few hardened true bird watchers knowing how to behave in such protected area. After some months later I happily came back and all was pretty packed with Thai tourists. The amount of people isn't even such an issue as it is their behavior and one of camp rangers also. All evening the were making noise and talk loudly, many people. That went deep into the night with not only talking but almost shouting loudly, doing grill and partying. That would be all fine but you don't do this in the national park where people come to enjoy quiet, wildlife and the natural serenity. I had my hammock and could not sleep all the night. Around 4 a clock I thought is gonna finally settle down but then all the people become waking up and starting car engines - they drive to the upper camp to see the sunrise. A complete nightmare and chaos. Not only insesible Thai tourist made all the noise but even some group of the rangers that work in the park. They were smoking and talking loudly at about 11:00pm and later, also talking loudly on phone at the camp area where some people try to sleep. I have never seen something like that before and I think the management should be checked and changed. For comparison, I went to Khao Yai national park which is more famous and visited, they were much more people and it was much more silent and well behaved, without barbecues also or partying because the management there is more strict and doing their job properly to keep the place in order. It is a shame here because it is a very nice place. I hope someone make an effort to change for better. Also if you come here, you really should go to the other camp on top of the mountains, it is incredible. You can only go by 4x4 in the morning. Can also hitchike with some otherwise friendly Thai people going up.
Pong Luek Bang Kloi sits within Kaeng Krachan National Park in Phetchaburi province, a village without electricity or mobile phone coverage. The site offers an opportunity to experience nature and observe the traditional lifestyle of the Karen ethnic community. Visitors can enjoy hiking through forest trails, swimming, bamboo rafting, bird watching, and trekking approximately 4 kilometers further to view the sea of mist at Khao Sanyaan. Facilities include parking, restrooms, a restaurant, and designated viewpoints. The site is located 30 kilometers from the park entrance, requiring about 2 hours of travel by four-wheel drive vehicle or park-arranged transportation. All visitors must pay the national park entrance fee at the tourist service center before proceeding to the campsite. The camping fee is 90 baht per person per night, and equipment rental is not available.
River Time Camp is a riverside camping ground in Kaeng Krachan offering 360-degree mountain views and year-round swimming in waterfalls and streams. Features natural swimming pools, diverse activities including morning alms offering by boat, river cruises, ATV riding, and Korean BBQ dining. Located near tourist attractions like floating markets and cafes, accessible by car or boat. This private, secure area has 24-hour supervision, clean separate male-female restrooms, and electricity access to all tent sites. Riverside parking available for 150 THB per vehicle. Pets allowed with advance notice and waste management responsibility. Check-in after 12:00-18:30, check-out by 11:00. Quiet hours 22:00-07:30, no large speakers, no direct ground fires, no littering, no portable AC or electric stoves, designated smoking areas only.
Huai Songsai Camp sits beside the Huai Songsai reservoir in Tha Yang district, Phetchaburi province, approximately two hours from Bangkok. The site offers three camping areas with 360-degree views of the reservoir and surrounding mountains. Located near Pha Nam Yod waterfall, the camp provides a quiet environment where birdsong is a common feature. Mosquitoes and flies are rarely an issue. Daytime temperatures remain comfortable with a steady breeze, while nights are cool enough that fans are typically unnecessary. The grounds include ample tree cover and shaded tree tunnels. Visitors may fish at no additional charge, set up tarps freely, and bring pets without extra fees. Children under 10 enter free of charge. Facilities include restrooms, showers, water supply, viewpoints, barbecue areas, and parking. The site does not have electricity for plug-in devices as power has not reached this location, but solar lighting illuminates both camping areas and restrooms. The rate is 150 baht per person per night, and equipment rental is not available.
Equipment rental availablePong Luek-Bang Kloi sits along a stream at the source of the Phetchaburi River within Kaeng Krachan National Park in Phetchaburi Province, near the Thai-Myanmar border. The site offers bamboo rafting experiences and opportunities to observe Karen hill tribe culture, with the best rafting conditions from March through July. Electricity comes from solar panels and mobile phone signals are unavailable. Visitors can watch the sunrise from the viewpoint at Khao Thorasap hill and participate in activities such as hiking, swimming, and photography. Facilities include restrooms, showers, dining options, a coffee shop, and a small store. Access requires a four-wheel drive vehicle for a two-hour journey covering 30 kilometers of rough, dusty road. National park entry fees are 60 baht for Thai adults and 30 baht for children, with a vehicle fee of 30 baht. Bamboo rafting costs 550 baht per raft for two to three people, and transport service is available for 2,500 baht per vehicle. The camping fee is 30 baht per person per night, and equipment rental is available.
at Ban Krang Campsite - Kaeng Krachan National Park (319m above sea level • 12.83°N, 99.47°E)
