About Khao Lak-Lam Ru National Park
Khao Lak-Lam Ru National Park is a 125-square-kilometre protected area along the Andaman coast in Phang Nga Province, covering parts of Takua Pa and Thai Mueang districts near Khao Lak town. Established in 1991 as Thailand's 66th national park, it combines sandy beaches, forested mountains, mangroves and waterfalls such as Ton Chong Fa and Lam Ru. It is notable for coastal scenery, hiking trails, viewpoints and diverse flora and fauna.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a coastal mountain park with headquarters near Khao Lak Beach, forested hiking trails leading to waterfalls and viewpoints, quiet sandy beaches including Small Sandy Beach, and mangrove areas. Facilities include a visitor centre, campsite and bungalows. Activities centre on nature walks, waterfall visits, beach relaxation, birdwatching and photography. The environment is tropical forest with steep sections and natural trails.
Key highlights
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Ton Chong Fa Waterfall - multi-tiered forest waterfall with swimming pools
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Lam Ru Waterfall and nature trails through evergreen forest
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Small Sandy Beach (Hat Lek) - secluded beach within the park
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Coastal viewpoints overlooking the Andaman Sea and Khao Lak coastline
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Diverse flora and fauna including hornbills, gibbons and Andaman coastal forest