DOI INTHANON NATIONAL PARK
Doi Inthanon, at 2,565 m (8,400 ft), is the highest mountain in Thailand. It is located in the 272-sq km (105-sq mile) Doi Inthanon National Park, and, only 58 km (36 miles) from Chiang Mai, is a popular destination for one-day excursions. The park has many types of habitat and a wide range of mammals, such as leopard cats, pangolins, and flying squirrels. The area is also popular for bird-watching, being home to nearly 400 bird species, many from North Asia (including mountain hawk eagles and Eurasian woodcocks). Karen and Hmong peoples also live here. In contrast to the rest of Thailand, the climate on Doi Inthanon can be chilly, so visitors to the park are advised to take warm clothing.
- Chiang Mai province. Park HQ off Hwy 1009 (which is off Hwy 108), S of Chiang Mai.
- Tel: TAT, Chiang Mai (0-5324-8604); Forestry Dept, Bangkok (0-2562-0760 or
www.dnp.go.th
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from Chom Thong to Mae Klang falls, then songthaew to Doi Inthanon summit.
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6am–6pm daily.
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Mae Ya Waterfall
This is estimated to be the highest waterfall in the whole of Thailand. Falling over 250 m (820 ft), Mae Ya waterfall is also one of the most beautiful sights at Doi Inthanon.
