Chiang Mai National Parks

If you want to get out and about in nature, then Chiang Mai has you covered with a huge range of national parks and mountains for you to explore.

From high mountain peaks to low valleys, mountain temples to waterfalls, there is so much to explore in and around Chiang Mai.

Chiang Mai National Parks, Doi Inthanon, Suthep & Waterfall Tours, Thailand

The most famous national parks in Chiang Mai are the Doi Suthep-Pui National Park which is located right next to the city of Chiang Mai and Doi Inthanon National Park which is located about 100kms south of Chiang Mai.

Doi Suthep-Pui National Park is home to the famous Wat Phra That Doi Suthep as well Bhubing Palace, numerous waterfalls and lookouts. You can also camp up here as there is a cheap campsite located just 4kms north of the palace.

A trip to Doi Inthanon National Park won’t disappoint, as there is some of the most beautiful scenery and waterfalls located here. The main attraction of Doi Inthanon National Park is the summit of Doi Inthanon which houses temples, waterfalls, walking trails and the two stupas dedicated to the King and Queens 60th birthday anniversaries. Mae Ya Waterfall, Mae Klang Waterfall and Mae Pan Waterfall are also great options that are located here.

Other national parks in Chiang Mai include Doi Ang Khang which is located on the northern Thai/Burmese border and is best known hiking and trekking tours; Doi Mae Salong with tea plantations and magnificent viewpoints; and Phu Chi Fa Forest Park which is popular with hikers who walk to reach the peak before sunrise.

There are so many natural wonders in and around Chiang Mai, so click the links below to more fully explore the National Parks located around this region.