About Khun Phawo National Park
Khun Phawo National Park is a protected forest and mountain park in Mae Ramat District, Tak Province, western Thailand near the Myanmar border. Established in 2017 as Thailand's 123rd national park, it covers about 397 square kilometres of the Thanon Thong Chai Range. The park is known for its evergreen and pine forests, mountain viewpoints such as Doi Khun Phawo, and waterfalls including Khun Phawo and Pha Phung, offering nature-based recreation and biodiversity conservation.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a mountainous forest landscape with dense evergreen and pine forests, viewpoints and nature trails. The park headquarters provides access to short walks to waterfalls such as Khun Phawo and Pha Phung, scenic viewpoints at Doi Khun Phawo, birdwatching and nature study areas, and designated camping grounds. Facilities are basic and focused on nature-based activities with forested surroundings and seasonal streams.
Key highlights
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Doi Khun Phawo mountain viewpoint
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Khun Phawo Waterfall
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Pha Phung Waterfall
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Pine and evergreen forests of the Thanon Thong Chai Range
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Birdwatching and wildlife observation
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Nature trails and camping areas
History of Khun Phawo National Park
Established as Thailand's 123rd national park on 15 December 2017, consolidating former forest reserves in Mae Ramat and Mae Sot districts to protect watershed forests of the Thanon Thong Chai Range. Named after Khun Phawo, a historic Karen leader associated with the area.
Culture & Context
The park area encompasses traditional Karen communities and mountain cultural landscapes; Doi Khun Phawo is a locally recognized landmark within the forest region.
Route
| By air | Fly to Mae Sot Airport (MAQ) then continue by road to Mae Ramat and the park |
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| By road |