About Mae Koeng Luang Waterfall
Mae Koeng Luang Waterfall is a multi-tiered forest waterfall located inside Wiang Kosai National Park in Mae Koeng Subdistrict, Wang Chin District, Phrae Province, northern Thailand. Fed by Mae Koeng stream, it flows over limestone cliffs surrounded by mixed deciduous and dry dipterocarp forest. The waterfall is notable for its height, seasonal flow variation, and accessibility via a short forest trail, making it a key natural attraction of the national park.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a forested national park setting with a tiered waterfall flowing over rock ledges into pools below, surrounded by dense mixed forest. Access is via a marked nature trail from the park area with steps and natural paths. The site offers viewpoints of the falls, shaded forest surroundings, and opportunities for photography and nature observation. Water volume varies seasonally, strongest in the rainy season.
Key highlights
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Multi-tiered waterfall inside Wiang Kosai National Park
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Limestone cliff cascade fed by Mae Koeng stream
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Surrounding mixed deciduous and dry dipterocarp forest
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Short forest nature trail to waterfall viewpoints
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Seasonal variation with strongest flow in rainy season
History of Mae Koeng Luang Waterfall
Located within Wiang Kosai National Park, established in 1981 as Thailand's 14th national park to protect northern forest watershed and wildlife habitats
Route
| By air | Nearest commercial airport is Phrae Airport, then continue by road to Wang Chin and Wiang Kosai National Park |
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| By train | Nearest rail access via Den Chai Railway Station in Den Chai District, then continue by road to Wang Chin |