Doi Pui Ko sits at an elevation of 1,480 meters above sea level in Mae Hong Son province. The mountaintop offers a 360-degree viewpoint for observing both sunset and sunrise. Evening light casts a golden hue across the grassy slopes, while the night sky provides clear views of the stars. Morning hours present opportunities to watch the sunrise above a sea of mist. The hiking trail to the camping area covers 800 meters but involves a steep ascent. Restroom facilities are available on site, though water supply is limited as it is collected only during the rainy season. For those requiring assistance with gear, porter services are offered at 400 baht for a round trip or 250 baht for uphill transport only. Activities include short forest walks, stargazing, and photography at the viewpoint. The camping fee ranges from 20 to 50 baht per person per night, and equipment rental is not available.
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จากจุดจอดรถ ต้องเดินขึ้นเขาไปประมาณ 800 เมตร ความชัน ถือว่าเดินสบายๆ ถ้าไม่มีของให้หิ้ว มีลูกหาบจ้างช่วยขน กลางคืนลมจะแรง ตอนแรกไปกางที่เนิน เจอลมแรงเลยต้องย้ายไปลงที่เป็นหลุมดิน ไม่งั้นนอนไม่ได้เลยครับ ห้องน้ำจะลำบากหน่อย ไปช่วงที่ไม่มีฝนตกตก ระบบสำรองน้ำเป็นแบบถังเก็บทำให้ไม่มีน้ำ เลยไม่ได้อาบน้ำ แต่ก็พอเข้าห้องน้ำได้บ้าง
Visited in January 2025. Rode my adventure bike up and took a fall on the steep climb 3/4 way up and was getting dark. Not an early route for heavy bikes. Was lucky that there were locals descending and help me pick the bike up as it was impossible after a long ride and was tired moreover it a sloppy area. By the time I reach the parking lot it was already dark and no one was around. Luckily I came prepared with all my camping gears. Had to find my way in the dark and it was a 800 meters hike on a very steep climb. Half way there was a opening with a shade but no one was around. Was wondering if I should camp here or continue the climb. It was a great challenge and decided to continue up. It was a relief when I saw some lights at the top of the hill and there I was. Ask the campers if I could set my tent at any point and they said anywhere is ok. They even invited me to join them for dinner. That's the hospitality of the Thais. But I had my dinner packed. The wind was so strong that sounds like waves beating the shore. I had to secure my tent with extra ropes. Was very cold so do come with blanket or thick clothes. Work up early in the morning to watch the sunrise which was beautiful but no sea clouds as the wind was too strong and it's dry season. The next morning I hired a porter to help me bring my gears down and lucky for me the locals who are going down on a pickup waited for me to follow them down in case I should drop my bike again. It was worth all the hard work and such an adventure especially when one is traveling solo. You could hire a pick up from the foot of the hill which will cost 1000 baht one way if I'm not wrong. One can drive their own vehicle up but can be steep an uneven gravel road.
An awesome place to visit with great views over the mountains and valley’s surrounding. Entry fee is only 20 THB per person. The last section is walking and takes about 30 to 40 minutes and is up hill all the way. The parking area can be a little tricky to get to, you have 2 options: 1, The Quickest route involves 40 minutes on a dirt track with some concrete sections, it’s not difficult, you do not need a 4 wheel drive and we saw many normal saloons doing this trip, but some areas are very rough and you do need to be very careful. 2, There is a route which is shorter but very rough and challenging, for this you do definitely need a 4 wheel drive and need to be confident in your abilities, the track is very narrow and washed out in places. We did it in a Ranger and it took us 3 hours.
Nice place to explore, from 180m to 1150m, 25 degrees Celsius to 20°C. Pass by villages, trees, and beautiful view. 4 wheel car is able to reach the top. Very exciting and adventurous trip, good driving skill needed. Highly recommended 🇹🇭🇹🇭🇹🇭👍👍👍
Beautiful view and hike. The summit is quite dirty but it's still beautiful. Super easy hike only less than one kilometer. The road up is quite rough definitely need a four wheel drive.
If you ride a motorbike, you will have a wonderful time riding to the mountain. About 60% of the way is paved, the rest is dirt/gravel. Nice curves going up and up. I went during the rainy season, so I got stuck at the bottom of the hike for 2 hours. The hike takes about 30 minutes and is very steep and slippery. Unfortunately, the summit was in a constant big cloud so I couldn't enjoy the view. Simply for the bike ride I give 4 stars. Also, despite the rain, the dirt/gravel road held well and no problems at all on the way back.
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จากจุดจอดรถ ต้องเดินขึ้นเขาไปประมาณ 800 เมตร ความชัน ถือว่าเดินสบายๆ ถ้าไม่มีของให้หิ้ว มีลูกหาบจ้างช่วยขน กลางคืนลมจะแรง ตอนแรกไปกางที่เนิน เจอลมแรงเลยต้องย้ายไปลงที่เป็นหลุมดิน ไม่งั้นนอนไม่ได้เลยครับ ห้องน้ำจะลำบากหน่อย ไปช่วงที่ไม่มีฝนตกตก ระบบสำรองน้ำเป็นแบบถังเก็บทำให้ไม่มีน้ำ เลยไม่ได้อาบน้ำ แต่ก็พอเข้าห้องน้ำได้บ้าง
Visited in January 2025. Rode my adventure bike up and took a fall on the steep climb 3/4 way up and was getting dark. Not an early route for heavy bikes. Was lucky that there were locals descending and help me pick the bike up as it was impossible after a long ride and was tired moreover it a sloppy area. By the time I reach the parking lot it was already dark and no one was around. Luckily I came prepared with all my camping gears. Had to find my way in the dark and it was a 800 meters hike on a very steep climb. Half way there was a opening with a shade but no one was around. Was wondering if I should camp here or continue the climb. It was a great challenge and decided to continue up. It was a relief when I saw some lights at the top of the hill and there I was. Ask the campers if I could set my tent at any point and they said anywhere is ok. They even invited me to join them for dinner. That's the hospitality of the Thais. But I had my dinner packed. The wind was so strong that sounds like waves beating the shore. I had to secure my tent with extra ropes. Was very cold so do come with blanket or thick clothes. Work up early in the morning to watch the sunrise which was beautiful but no sea clouds as the wind was too strong and it's dry season. The next morning I hired a porter to help me bring my gears down and lucky for me the locals who are going down on a pickup waited for me to follow them down in case I should drop my bike again. It was worth all the hard work and such an adventure especially when one is traveling solo. You could hire a pick up from the foot of the hill which will cost 1000 baht one way if I'm not wrong. One can drive their own vehicle up but can be steep an uneven gravel road.
An awesome place to visit with great views over the mountains and valley’s surrounding. Entry fee is only 20 THB per person. The last section is walking and takes about 30 to 40 minutes and is up hill all the way. The parking area can be a little tricky to get to, you have 2 options: 1, The Quickest route involves 40 minutes on a dirt track with some concrete sections, it’s not difficult, you do not need a 4 wheel drive and we saw many normal saloons doing this trip, but some areas are very rough and you do need to be very careful. 2, There is a route which is shorter but very rough and challenging, for this you do definitely need a 4 wheel drive and need to be confident in your abilities, the track is very narrow and washed out in places. We did it in a Ranger and it took us 3 hours.
Nice place to explore, from 180m to 1150m, 25 degrees Celsius to 20°C. Pass by villages, trees, and beautiful view. 4 wheel car is able to reach the top. Very exciting and adventurous trip, good driving skill needed. Highly recommended 🇹🇭🇹🇭🇹🇭👍👍👍
Beautiful view and hike. The summit is quite dirty but it's still beautiful. Super easy hike only less than one kilometer. The road up is quite rough definitely need a four wheel drive.
If you ride a motorbike, you will have a wonderful time riding to the mountain. About 60% of the way is paved, the rest is dirt/gravel. Nice curves going up and up. I went during the rainy season, so I got stuck at the bottom of the hike for 2 hours. The hike takes about 30 minutes and is very steep and slippery. Unfortunately, the summit was in a constant big cloud so I couldn't enjoy the view. Simply for the bike ride I give 4 stars. Also, despite the rain, the dirt/gravel road held well and no problems at all on the way back.
Equipment rental availableMon Kala Ko Jo is a camping ground located in Mae Sam Laep Sub-district, Sop Moei District, Mae Hong Son Province. This site offers spectacular sea of mist views that can be seen in full panorama. The mist rises from early dawn and persists almost throughout the day, covering the entire area extending to the Myanmar border, earning it the name "Sea of Mist of Two Lands." During nighttime, visitors can enjoy clear stargazing in the cool mountain air. The journey follows the same route as to Kalo Selo but has a clearly marked junction. The road is quite challenging and accessible only by 4WD vehicles, so it's recommended to arrange transportation with local villagers. The camping fee is 120 baht per person. Various tent rental options are available, and chartered vehicle services to the mountain are also offered. This destination provides an excellent opportunity to experience both the mystical sea of mist at dawn and brilliant starlit skies at night in a refreshingly cool climate.
Klo Selo Village is located on the Thai-Myanmar border mountains in Mae Hong Son province. The area features multiple camping sites across several peaks including Khun Klo Selo, Mon Bloh Cho, Mon Diao Dai, and Mon Phop Fa, all offering sea of mist views with camping spots positioned close to the mist. Visitors can enjoy panoramic mountain vistas and see the confluence of the Salween and Moei rivers. Two routes lead up from Mae Sam Laep. The 18-kilometer route consists of 70% dirt road with deep ruts and steep slopes requiring experienced driving skills, while the 22-kilometer route has more concrete sections but still includes alternating dirt stretches. Sedans are not recommended for either route. Motorcycles can access the site but should be in good condition before attempting the journey. Internet signal is intermittent and GPS devices may not function reliably, so route research is advised before departure. The clean camping area accommodates approximately 50 to 70 tents. Facilities include toilets, showers, a shop, viewpoints, parking, stargazing areas, and hiking trails. The nightly rate is 120 baht per person, and equipment rental is not available.
Equipment rental availableLaan Mok Klaang Doi Camping is situated between Bunyoe and Kaloso villages in Mae Hong Son Province, along the Myanmar border. The site offers views of the confluence where the Salween and Moei rivers meet, as well as the sea of mist over Kaloso. The camping area is divided into three zones. Zone A features level ground without rocks, making it suitable for elderly visitors and children. Zones B and C are positioned along the cliff side with river views. Facilities include restrooms, showers, running water, a restaurant, viewpoints for the sea of mist, stargazing and sunrise viewing areas, Wi-Fi, and parking. The site operates on a walk-in basis only with no advance reservations accepted. Visitors should aim to arrive before 5 PM. The camp runs on solar power with no electric grid connection, and quiet hours begin at 10 PM. Guests are advised to bring personal medications and basic medical supplies. Rates range from 120 to 600 baht per person per night, and camping equipment is available for rent.
Equipment rental availableMok Pha Daeng Camping is located in the Khlo Selo area of Ban Boon Lur, Sob Moei District, Mae Hong Son Province. The site sits adjacent to the Mon Diao Dai area and Mok Klang Doi Camping, positioned opposite Khun Khlo Selo. Visitors can enjoy expansive 180-degree views that capture the sea of mist stretching across two countries, with clear sightlines to the Myanmar border. The terraced camping area accommodates small to medium ground tents, though space is somewhat limited. Basic parking for camping vehicles is available. Facilities include restrooms, shower rooms, and Wi-Fi access, though the site operates without electricity. The campsite serves as a suitable base for photography enthusiasts drawn to the mist-covered landscape. Access requires driving past a noodle shop and continuing uphill along the mountain road. The nightly rate is 120 baht per person, and equipment rental is available.
Equipment rental availableKhun Klo Selo Camping Ground is located at Ban Klo Selo in Mae Hong Son Province, offering views of the sea of mist stretching across the Thai-Myanmar border. The site provides restroom and shower facilities for visitors, along with an on-site restaurant serving food and beverages. Internet access via Wi-Fi is available, though mobile phone signals do not reach the area. Parking is provided, and chartered transportation services can be arranged for those traveling to the site. Visitors can walk to various viewpoints designated for observing the sea of mist and surrounding landscape. The camping ground includes convenient access to basic amenities needed for an overnight stay in this border region. Rates range from 120 to 300 baht per person per night, and tent rental with bedding is available.
Huai So Tue Reservoir in Khun Yuam district offers some of the most distinctive camping in Mae Hong Son province, set inside Doi Wiang La Wildlife Sanctuary where a grove of dead standing trees rises dramatically from the middle of the lake. The campsite charges just 30 THB per person per night for tent pitching, while dormitory-style accommodation costs 150 THB per person and private rooms run 600 THB for 2–3 guests. The reservoir is fed by three streams — Huai Pa Kha, Huai Phak Khao Tong, and Huai So Tue — and is encircled by intact forest. Activities include kayaking (200 THB for the first hour, 100 THB per additional hour), birdwatching, hiking, and watching morning mist drift across the water surface. The recommended season runs from the rainy season through winter for cool temperatures and dense mist. Because the area has only recently opened to visitors, advance contact with the Doi Wiang La Wildlife Sanctuary is strongly advised before travelling.
Namtok Mae Surin National Park in Mae Hong Son province is home to one of Thailand's tallest waterfalls, where Mae Surin stream plunges over 180 metres down a sheer cliff face. The park sits just 9 km from the Tung Bua Tong sunflower fields in Khun Yuam district, making it an easy add-on stop by car. Camping in Mae Hong Son is well catered for here, with a spacious and shaded campsite in the national park grounds. A well-maintained viewing trail on the opposite bank lets visitors see the full height of the falls from a similar elevation. Getting down to the base requires booking a park ranger guide at least one day in advance. Entrance fees are 40 THB for Thai adults, 20 THB for Thai children, 200 THB for foreign adults, and 100 THB for foreign children. Park bungalows are available and can be reserved in advance through the Department of National Parks at 0 5306 1073. The bua tong (Mexican sunflower) blooming season draws the largest crowds.
Camp Lung Noi Ban Rak Thai is located in Mae Hong Son province and offers an elevated perspective of Ban Rak Thai village. The site provides two distinct camping areas: a lawn near the health station with waterfront views and morning mist, and a hilltop lawn that overlooks the village from above. At night, visitors can observe the lights from the village below. Facilities include clean restrooms with hot water showers, a designated area for campfires, viewpoints for observing the sea of mist, parking space, and areas suitable for barbecuing and photography. The owner is noted for attentive service. The site charges 200 baht per person per night, and equipment rental is not available.
