Phu Chi Dao

Phu Chi Dao is a mountain viewpoint in Po Subdistrict, Wiang Kaen District, Chiang Rai Province, northern Thailand, near the Thailand-Laos border. Rising about 1,800 meters above sea level in the Doi Pha Mon range, it is known for its narrow rocky ridge and panoramic sunrise views over a sea of mist. The site offers vistas of forested mountains and the Mekong River valley and is a popular seasonal destination for hiking and photography.

Visitors can expect a mountain peak with a narrow, rocky ridge accessed by a short but steep uphill trail from a parking area. The summit provides 360-degree panoramic views of layered mountains, valleys and, in season, a dense sea of mist at sunrise with views toward Laos. The area is natural and undeveloped with forested slopes, cool air, and open viewpoints for sightseeing and photography. Local pickup trucks provide access from the base village to the trailhead.

Located in a border mountain area inhabited by ethnic communities such as Hmong and Mien, the viewpoint reflects northern Thai highland landscape and border culture and is managed with local community services.