About Pang Sida National Park
Pang Sida National Park is a protected forest area in Mueang Sa Kaeo District, Sa Kaeo Province, eastern Thailand, about 28 km north of Sa Kaeo town. Established in 1982 and part of the Dong Phayayen-Khao Yai Forest Complex UNESCO World Heritage Site, it covers 844 sq km of forested mountains. It is notable for waterfalls such as Pang Sida and Pha Takhian, seasonal butterfly congregations, and wildlife including elephants and gaur.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a forested mountain park with a headquarters area, camping grounds and bungalows, and a main road leading to waterfalls and viewpoints. The landscape includes dense evergreen and deciduous forest, streams and waterfalls, and open areas where butterflies gather in season. Visitors can explore short trails, viewpoints, waterfall areas, a visitor centre and butterfly watching spots, with opportunities for hiking, photography and camping.
Key highlights
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Pang Sida Waterfall near the park headquarters
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Seasonal butterfly watching with hundreds of species, peak June to August
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Pha Takhian and other forest waterfalls and viewpoints
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Part of Dong Phayayen-Khao Yai Forest Complex UNESCO World Heritage Site
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Wildlife viewing including elephants, gaur, gibbons and diverse birds
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Camping and nature trails within 844 sq km of protected forest
History of Pang Sida National Park
Established on 24 February 1982 as Thailand's 41st national park. Covers 844 sq km across Mueang Sa Kaeo, Watthana Nakhon and Ta Phraya districts. Since 14 July 2005, part of the Dong Phayayen-Khao Yai Forest Complex inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its importance in conserving biodiversity of the region.
Route
| By air | Via Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang Airport (DMK) in Bangkok, then road/rail to Sa Kaeo Province |
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| By train |