Hin Lad Waterfall

Hin Lad Waterfall is a forested waterfall in the interior of Ko Samui, Surat Thani Province, located in Ang Thong sub-district near Nathon town. Accessed via a jungle trail starting at Wat Hin Lad temple, it features a series of cascades and natural pools surrounded by tropical rainforest. Notable for its tranquil jungle setting and temple connection, it is most impressive during and after the rainy season.

Visitors can expect a 1.5 to 2 km jungle hike from Wat Hin Lad temple along a marked forest trail with roots, rocks and some steep sections leading to the waterfall. The site consists of tiered cascades flowing over boulders into shallow pools surrounded by dense rainforest. There are no large built structures at the falls itself. The trailhead at Wat Hin Lad offers temple buildings, parking and shade. Water flow is seasonal and may be low in dry months.

Wat Hin Lad at the waterfall trailhead is an active Buddhist temple and meditation centre. The temple and surrounding forest have long been used by monks for meditation, and visitors are expected to show respect for the religious site.