This national park campsite sits at high elevation where cool temperatures prevail throughout the year. The camping area offers views toward the border region and opportunities to witness sea of mist formations during morning hours. Visitors can explore the surrounding forest through various hiking trails that wind through the park's natural landscape. Basic facilities include restrooms and water sources for campers. The elevated location provides a refreshing climate that appeals to those seeking relief from Thailand's typical heat. The park serves as a base for nature observation and outdoor recreation in the Chiang Mai highlands. Camping fees range from 30 to 60 baht per person per night, and equipment rental is available on site.
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Didn't go to the summit but walked around the Mae Jai stream road that went for quite a way. Walked around the hot springs. Spent a good 7 hours there with eating and coffee. Extremely well kept areas, clean bathroom facilities. An amazing experience, very relaxing. We do birding and and there was plenty of activity to keep us interested. Beautiful place.
Recommend for hiking 🥾 and picnic 🧺 for everyone who needs inner peace, natural beauty, so beautiful place to visit 😍
I see many reviews mentioning that you have to pay quite a lot for this trip. There are different routes to the top. If you take the tourist route, you indeed have to pay 300 baht and rent a jeep (expensive and not nice to sit there) to get up there (the official starting point is next to the hot springs). But you can also go up the way the locals do, and this route is perfectly manageable with a scooter. That way you save a lot of money, and it’s absolutely doable. I also noticed that some people say it gets cold at night. You’ll be given a sleeping bag, and you can rent an extra blanket if needed. So that’s perfectly fine. As for the climb, it’s definitely achievable in 2 hours and 30 minutes, even with regular breaks. If you start around 3:30 a.m., keep in mind that you’ll spend some time at the top, and it can be quite chilly there. Red circle: Last picture is how the local road is :)
Beautiful views of surrounding mountains with a sea of fog rolling out. After an early morning hike of about 1hr 15 mins we arrived at the peak around 5:30. it started getting light around 20 mins later. definitely recommend but dress warm in the cooler months, it was 7c in early dec.
My friends and I went there in a rainy day. It was a bit dangerous since the road was very slippery. I was so happy when we reached camping zone. Ha ha. The air was so fresh! I thought the restrooms were quite dirty. Moreover, they turned the light off at night. So, it was dark. Flashlight was needed. Internet connection was poor over there. I loved the nature there. It was wonderful!
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Didn't go to the summit but walked around the Mae Jai stream road that went for quite a way. Walked around the hot springs. Spent a good 7 hours there with eating and coffee. Extremely well kept areas, clean bathroom facilities. An amazing experience, very relaxing. We do birding and and there was plenty of activity to keep us interested. Beautiful place.
Recommend for hiking 🥾 and picnic 🧺 for everyone who needs inner peace, natural beauty, so beautiful place to visit 😍
I see many reviews mentioning that you have to pay quite a lot for this trip. There are different routes to the top. If you take the tourist route, you indeed have to pay 300 baht and rent a jeep (expensive and not nice to sit there) to get up there (the official starting point is next to the hot springs). But you can also go up the way the locals do, and this route is perfectly manageable with a scooter. That way you save a lot of money, and it’s absolutely doable. I also noticed that some people say it gets cold at night. You’ll be given a sleeping bag, and you can rent an extra blanket if needed. So that’s perfectly fine. As for the climb, it’s definitely achievable in 2 hours and 30 minutes, even with regular breaks. If you start around 3:30 a.m., keep in mind that you’ll spend some time at the top, and it can be quite chilly there. Red circle: Last picture is how the local road is :)
Beautiful views of surrounding mountains with a sea of fog rolling out. After an early morning hike of about 1hr 15 mins we arrived at the peak around 5:30. it started getting light around 20 mins later. definitely recommend but dress warm in the cooler months, it was 7c in early dec.
My friends and I went there in a rainy day. It was a bit dangerous since the road was very slippery. I was so happy when we reached camping zone. Ha ha. The air was so fresh! I thought the restrooms were quite dirty. Moreover, they turned the light off at night. So, it was dark. Flashlight was needed. Internet connection was poor over there. I loved the nature there. It was wonderful!
Equipment rental availableTaradao Waterside Accommodation occupies nearly 20 rai in Chiang Mai province, encircled by mountains and bordered by an 800-meter stream. The site offers multiple accommodation options including glamping tents, cottages, camping tents, and spaces for recreational vehicles. Facilities include parking, restrooms, showers, electricity, water supply, a restaurant, and a coffee shop. Activities available on site cover a wide range of outdoor pursuits such as campfire gatherings, swimming, forest hiking, waterfall visits, fishing, strawberry picking, stargazing, morning mist viewing, birdwatching, barbecuing, cycling, and photography. The venue is accessible via paved roads suitable for all vehicle types. Guests interested in special activities should contact the small on-site team in advance. The campsite operates on a pay-what-you-want basis, and equipment rental is available.
Baan Ai Ing Doi is a recently opened accommodation in Chiang Mai offering multiple lodging options including a large house that accommodates up to 15 guests, dome tents for 2-4 people, and a spacious open camping area. The site features clear views of Doi Luang Chiang Dao and provides opportunities to observe the sea of mist, watch the sunrise, and stargaze at night. Facilities include a communal kitchen where guests can prepare their own meals, hot pot service, bathrooms with hot water, and electrical outlets throughout. Available activities include hiking, barbecuing, and building campfires, with a small shop located on the premises. Guests booking the house or dome tent packages receive breakfast and fresh coffee as part of their stay. Rates range from 150 to 3000 baht per person per night, and equipment rental is not available.
Equipment rental availableHuai Nam Dang National Park in Chiang Mai province offers an extensive camping area organized into six zones from A to F, designed to accommodate large groups of visitors. Each zone has its own designated parking area for convenient access. The park provides a quiet environment surrounded by natural forest, suitable for weekend getaways and holiday breaks. Visitors can explore hiking trails, observe sea of mist from viewpoints, and enjoy stargazing opportunities throughout the park grounds. Restroom facilities and a restaurant are available on site. All visitor services and amenities are located near the park office area for easy access. The camping fee ranges from 30 to 60 baht per person per night, and camping equipment rental is available.
Mae Takhrai National Park in Chiang Mai province offers a camping area well suited to families and those new to outdoor stays. The Jamjuree camping ground sits beside the Mae Kwang stream, where shallow clear water allows visitors to wade and cool off. Large trees provide natural shade across the site. Access is straightforward via the main Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai highway, with the road suitable for standard cars. Facilities include parking, toilets, showers, electricity, running water, a shop, restaurant, and coffee shop. The park also features a three-kilometer nature trail circling the reservoir, Tad Moey waterfall, and a viewpoint at the sixth kilometer, offering opportunities for photography and morning mist observation. Swimming and boat trips are available for those interested in water activities. The campsite charges 30 baht per person per night, and equipment rental is not provided.
Equipment rental availableDoi Kham Fa is located within the Mae Ngai Watershed Management Unit, part of Pha Daeng National Park in Chiang Mai Province. The site serves as a viewpoint for Doi Luang Chiang Dao and offers camping space for visitors. The area is suitable for observing sunrise, morning fog, and sunset in a quiet and peaceful setting. Tiger orchids bloom here during January. Access is limited to 50 visitors per day with advance reservations required, as walk-in visitors are not accepted. The route consists of an 8-kilometer dirt road through pine forest, accessible by four-wheel drive vehicles or high-clearance pickup trucks when the road is completely dry. Access is strictly prohibited during the rainy season. Smaller vehicles must remain at the checkpoint, with rental transport services available for 1,200 to 1,500 baht for a round trip. Vehicle access is restricted to 20 cars and 10 motorcycles per day. Facilities include restrooms and electricity. No food is sold on site, so visitors must bring their own supplies. The camping fee is 30 baht per person per night, and equipment rental is available.
Igarden Homestay Chiang Dao offers a front-row view of Doi Luang Chiang Dao mountain at just 150 THB per person per night for camping in Chiang Mai province. Pets are welcome at no extra charge. The site keeps a high cleanliness standard — toilets are clean and fitted with hot-water heaters, and a dishwashing station is provided. Electrical hook-ups are available via a communal power box, though campers must bring their own extension cord (at least 30 m is recommended). A on-site café serves coffee and matcha with mountain views, and a breakfast set of rice porridge with sausage and egg is available for 60 THB per person. A small animal zone features ducks, rabbits, goats, cats, and two friendly resident dogs. Separate homestay rooms are also on offer for those who prefer indoor accommodation. The rainy season is particularly scenic, when the surrounding hills turn a vivid green.
Pa Pong Doi Khoi Thoe is located in Chiang Mai province and functions as a garden property offering both guesthouse accommodation and tent camping areas. The site overlooks Doi Luang Chiang Dao and provides electricity access throughout the camping zone. The owners maintain the grounds attentively and supply extension cords as needed. Available services include ice, drinking water, coffee, Ovaltine, hot water, and mosquito repellent. Bathrooms feature hot water and flush toilets in all facilities. The tent pitching area deliberately remains unlit at night, creating favorable conditions for stargazing and observing the sea of mist. The atmosphere remains quiet and undisturbed. A viewpoint and coffee shop are available on site. The entrance fee is 250 baht per person per night, and equipment rental is not available.
Daraga Chiang Dao operates as a limited-capacity campsite that prioritizes a quiet and uncrowded atmosphere. Located within Chiang Mai's newly designated dark sky conservation area certified by the National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand, the site offers views across Doi Luang Chiang Dao and opportunities to observe fireflies at night. The facility provides separate modern restroom and shower blocks for women, men, wheelchair users, and LGBTQ+ guests, with hot water available throughout. All soap, shampoo, conditioner, and cleaning products supplied are organic. Two central stargazing areas are available, each exceeding 100 square meters in size. The camping area runs on a solar cell system, so electrical outlets are provided only for charging mobile phones and power banks. Guests must bring their own tents. The rate is 300 baht per person per night, and equipment rental is not available.
