About Phu Sa Dok Bua National Park
Phu Sa Dok Bua National Park is a protected sandstone plateau park covering 231 sq km across Yasothon, Amnat Charoen and Mukdahan provinces in northeastern Thailand. Established in 1992 as Thailand's 75th national park, it is notable for its dry dipterocarp and mixed deciduous forests, sandstone cliffs, seasonal lotus-filled ponds that give the park its name, and viewpoints such as Phu Sa Dok Bua and Phu Tham Phra.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a quiet, forested sandstone plateau with undulating hills, rocky outcrops, and seasonal natural ponds with lotus blooms. The park offers forested hiking trails, scenic viewpoints over the Isan plain, sandstone cliffs and caves such as Phu Tham Phra, and areas for nature study and camping. Facilities are basic and focused on nature-based recreation, with a visitor centre and campsite near the park headquarters.
Key highlights
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Phu Sa Dok Bua peak viewpoint overlooking the surrounding plains
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Seasonal lotus ponds (Sa Dok Bua) that bloom after the rainy season
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Phu Tham Phra sandstone cliff and cave with Buddha image
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Dry dipterocarp forest and diverse birdlife
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Hiking trails across sandstone plateau and rock formations
History of Phu Sa Dok Bua National Park
Established on 11 June 1992 as Thailand's 75th national park, covering 231 sq km across Yasothon, Amnat Charoen and Mukdahan provinces to protect the Phu Sa Dok Bua sandstone plateau and its dry dipterocarp forest ecosystem.
Culture & Context
The park's name refers to the natural lotus ponds on the plateau. Phu Tham Phra is a locally revered sandstone cliff and cave enshrining a Buddha image, visited by local people for merit-making.
Route
| By air | Fly to Ubon Ratchathani International Airport then continue by road approximately 130-150 km to Loeng Nok Tha |
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| By road |