Pak Bara Beach

Pak Bara Beach is a sandy coastal beach in Pak Nam Sub-district, La-ngu District, Satun Province, southern Thailand. Located on the Andaman Sea coast, it serves as the main mainland pier and gateway to Tarutao National Marine Park islands including Koh Lipe and Koh Tarutao. The beach is known for its long shoreline, views of offshore limestone islands, fishing boats, and sunset views.

Visitors can expect a long sandy shoreline adjacent to Pak Bara Pier, with views of fishing boats, speedboats and limestone islands offshore. The beach area has a promenade, seating areas and food stalls, with a working pier where boats depart for islands in Tarutao National Marine Park. The setting is open and coastal with calm scenery, suitable for walking, photography and watching sunsets. Swimming is possible but conditions depend on tides and boat traffic near the pier.

Pak Bara developed as a coastal fishing settlement and later became the principal mainland access point for Tarutao National Marine Park, which was established in 1974 as Thailand's second marine national park. The pier has since served as the main departure point for access to historic islands such as Koh Tarutao.

The beach and pier reflect the coastal fishing culture of Satun Province, with a predominantly Muslim local community. Daily fishing activities, seafood trade and boat services to islands form an important part of local livelihood and visitor experience.