About Lan Sang Waterfall
Lan Sang Waterfall is the namesake attraction of Lan Sang National Park in Mueang Tak District, Tak Province, about 19 km west of Tak town on Highway 105 toward Mae Sot. The waterfall flows from Khao Um Yom through forested mountains and forms multiple tiers with pools at its base. Protected as part of Thailand's 14th national park, it is notable for year-round flow, accessible forest setting, and proximity to Tak town.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a forested national park setting with a multi-tiered waterfall flowing over rock formations into shallow pools. The site is reached by short forest trails and steps from the park headquarters area. Surroundings include mixed deciduous forest, streams, picnic areas and camping grounds. Visitors can view the falls from viewing points, wade or swim in designated pools when conditions permit, take photographs, and explore short nature trails within Lan Sang National Park.
Key highlights
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Namesake waterfall of Lan Sang National Park with year-round flow
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Multi-tiered cascade with pools suitable for wading in season
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Located 19 km west of Tak town on the Tak-Mae Sot highway (Highway 105)
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Forested mountain setting within a 104 sq km protected national park
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Accessible nature trails, picnic and camping areas near the falls
History of Lan Sang Waterfall
Lan Sang Waterfall gave its name to Lan Sang National Park, established on 14 May 1979 as Thailand's 14th national park. The park covers approximately 104 square kilometers of forested mountains in Mueang Tak District and was created to protect the watershed, forest and waterfall system along the Tak-Mae Sot corridor.
Route
| By air | Fly to Mae Sot Airport or Sukhothai Airport, then continue by road to Tak and Lan Sang National Park |
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| By road |