About Pu Kaeng Waterfall
Pu Kaeng Waterfall is a multi-tiered forest waterfall located inside Doi Luang National Park in San Makhet Subdistrict, Phan District, Chiang Rai Province, northern Thailand. Known locally as Namtok Pu Kaeng, it features nine cascades flowing over limestone cliffs surrounded by mixed deciduous forest. The waterfall is notable for its year-round flow, scenic forest setting, and accessibility within the national park, making it a popular nature attraction for visitors to Phan District.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a 9-tier waterfall cascading over limestone steps within dense forest in Doi Luang National Park. The site has a short forest trail leading to viewing areas and pools at the base of the falls. Surroundings are natural forest with picnic shelters, clear pools for wading in season, and viewpoints of the cascades. The area is managed as a national park nature attraction with basic visitor facilities.
Key highlights
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Nine-tier limestone waterfall inside Doi Luang National Park
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Scenic forest setting with mixed deciduous trees and natural pools
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Year-round water flow with strongest flow in rainy season
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Short nature trail and viewpoints for photography
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Picnic and wading areas at the base of the falls
Route
| By air | Fly to Mae Fah Luang Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI), then travel by road approx. 70-80 km to Phan District |
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| By road | From Phan town, take Highway 120 and local road to Doi Luang National Park - Pu Kaeng Waterfall, about 20-25 km west of Phan town; accessible by car or motorbike, last section is park access road with parking |
| By public transport |