Khao Laem National Park

Khao Laem National Park is a large protected area in Sangkhla Buri and Thong Pha Phum districts, Kanchanaburi Province, western Thailand near the Myanmar border. Established in 1991, it covers about 1,497 square kilometres around the Khao Laem Reservoir formed by the Vajiralongkorn Dam. The park is notable for forested mountains, reservoir scenery, waterfalls such as Kra Teng Jeng, viewpoints like Pom Pee, and diverse flora and fauna.

Visitors can expect a forested mountain landscape centered on the long Khao Laem Reservoir. The park offers reservoir viewpoints, especially Pom Pee viewpoint for sunrise and sunset, forested hiking trails, waterfalls, lakeside camping areas and bungalows, and a visitor centre. Activities focus on nature sightseeing, photography, boating and kayaking on the reservoir, and camping. Facilities are basic and spread over a large area, with most attractions accessed by road and short walks.