Khao Luang National Park

Khao Luang National Park is a protected mountainous area in Lan Saka District, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, southern Thailand. Established in 1974, it covers about 570 square kilometres around Khao Luang, the highest peak in southern Thailand at 1,835 metres. The park is notable for dense evergreen forest, numerous waterfalls including Karom and Krung Ching, diverse wildlife, and hiking trails offering viewpoints and nature study opportunities.

Visitors can expect a forested mountain landscape centered on the Khao Luang massif with dense evergreen and montane forest, streams and waterfalls, and viewpoints. Areas to explore include the park headquarters, nature trails, waterfall sites such as Karom and Krung Ching, and trekking routes toward the summit. Facilities include visitor centre, campsites and bungalows. Activities focus on hiking, nature observation, birdwatching and photography in a natural, relatively undeveloped setting.