About Mae Usu Cave
Mae Usu Cave is a large natural limestone cave in Mae Usu Subdistrict, Tha Song Yang District, Tak Province, near the Thailand-Myanmar border. The cave is notable for its extensive chambers, stalactites and stalagmites, and an underground stream flowing through it. Located within Mae Moei National Park, it is recognized as an archaeological site with prehistoric finds and attracts visitors for its geological formations and natural forest setting.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a large limestone cave system with multiple chambers, stalactites and stalagmites, and a shallow stream flowing through the cave interior. The cave is set in forested hills within Mae Moei National Park. Exploration involves walking on uneven rocky ground and wading through shallow water in places. Visitors can see natural rock formations, dark interior passages requiring flashlights, and the surrounding forest landscape at the entrance area.
Key highlights
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Large limestone cave with extensive chambers
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Stalactites and stalagmites formations
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Underground stream flowing through the cave
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Archaeological site with prehistoric stone tools and remains
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Located within Mae Moei National Park forest setting
History of Mae Usu Cave
Mae Usu Cave is an important archaeological site where prehistoric stone tools, pottery fragments and human remains have been discovered, indicating human occupation dating back thousands of years. The finds contribute to understanding prehistoric settlement in western Thailand.
Culture & Context
The cave is located in an area inhabited by Karen communities and is valued locally as a natural landmark within Mae Moei National Park, reflecting the natural heritage of the border region.
Route
| By road | Accessible by road from Tha Song Yang town via Highway 105 and local roads to Mae Usu village, then a short walk to the cave entrance within Mae Moei National Park |
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