Huai Nam Dang National Park
General Information
It was formerly know as an area of Doi Sam Muen highland development project
which was initited by His Majesty the King to solve the problem of forest
encroachment and poaching, as well as to enhance the lives of the local
hilltribe people. As this area is filled with attractive natural condition and
virginal forests provided vital watersheds, Huai Nam Dang was declared the 81st
national park of Thailand by the Royal Forest Department on 14 August 1995.
Huai Nam Dang National Park covers four districts : Mae Taeng, Chiang Dao, and
Wiang Haeng in Chiang Mai province including Pai district in Mae Hong Son
province, covering an area of approximately 1,247 square kilometres. Later on it
was designated as the National Park for commemorating 100th year establishment
of the Royal Forest Department and also for the celebration of His Majesty the
King’s 50th year on the throne.
Huai Nam Dang National Park is situated on top of the ridge of hills and the
same range as Chiang Dao mountain range. The highest peak-Doi Chang peak (at
1,962 metres above sea level) is the vital source of important streams which
flow into the Pai river, Ping river, and Taeng river.
Climate
The climate is comfortably pleasant. The average year-round
temperature is 20๐c, dropping to 10๐c in October to February and soaring to 25๐c
on March to April. The wettest months being May to September.
Flora and Fauna
The healthy natural condition of Huai Nam Dang National Park is a
matrix of highly diverse habitat types. Main plants found in this park are Hopea
sp., Dipterocarpus spp., Tectona grandis (Teak), Pterocarpus macrocarpus,
Michelia floribunda, Pinus kesiya, Pinus merkusii, and orchids especially,
Dendrobium infundibulum which charmingly blooms during January to March. Many
wild animals dwelling in this richest forest are elephants and some rare animals
such as Salamanders.
Doi Gew Lom Viewpoint
Doi Gew Lom Viewpoint this viewpoint is well-know among Thai and
foreign visitors who come here to see a spectacular sea of mist collects in the
valley as well as various types of colourful flowers. Beside, this place
situates Silver Orchids Palace, the palace of Her Royal Highness Princess
Galyani Vadhana. Moreover, there are two nature trails: Ueang Ngoen Nature Trail
and Chom Doi Nature Trail. Each trail covers a distance of approximately 1.5
kilometers.
Doi Chang Viewpoint
Doi Chang Viewpoint this highest viewpoint offers delightful view of
orchid hanging from trees branch or trees top. This place deserves to be a
source for nature study. It is in the north of Doi Gew Lom Viewpoint.
Huai Nam Dang Waterfall
Huai Nam Dang Waterfall has 4 levels, surrounded by moisten plants of
evergreen forest and marvelous rocks. This spectacular waterfall is located in
the area of Huai Nam Dang village, Amphur Mae Taeng, Chiang Mai province.
Mae Yen Waterfall
Mae Yen Waterfall this large and lovely waterfall is about 30-40
meters high and has 2 levels. It locates in Tambol Mae Hee, Amphur Pai, Chiang
Mai province.
Lam Nam Mae Taeng
Lam Nam Mae Taeng The bank of Mae Taeng river are surrounded by
evergreen forest with plenty of plants birds. White-water rafting along this
current can be an enriching and exciting experience not easily forgotten. The
trip start from Pong Duead Hot Spring through the short route of trekking tour
to Ban Pang Pa Kha (7 km.) or Ban Pa Khao Lam (9 km.). The rafting take about
3-4 hours and ends at Ban Sop Kai.
Tha Pai Hot Well
Tha Pai Hot Well the boiling water bubbles from the well. Its heat is
about 80 degrees Celsius. This boiling water gathers and becoming a vast hot
current with clouds of stream all over the area. The Pai Hot Well located about
30 kilometers from the park Headquarters. It is in Tambol Mae Hee, Amphur Pai
Mae Hong Son province.
Pong Duead Hot Spring
Pong Duead Hot Spring there are 3-4 big hot spring and some small and
scattering all over the area. Here water erupts from geysers in a small stream,
creating clouds of stream in the woodland. Sometimes, the hot water erupts as
high as 2 meters. The temperature of water is about 90-99 degrees Celsius. There
is a nature trail, Pong Duead Nature Trail, which covers a distance of 1,550
meters.
Mae Lad Waterfall
It’s beautiful waterfall with about 40-50 meters height, located in
Tambon Muang Hang, Muang Hang District, Cheing Mai Province.
Mae Had Waterfall
It’s 40-50 meters height waterfall consisted of 4 floors, located in
Tambon Maung Hang, Veing Hang District, Cheing Mai Province .
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