About Ta Phraya National Park
Ta Phraya National Park is a protected forest area spanning Buriram and Sa Kaeo provinces in eastern Thailand, with its western section in Ban Kruat District, Buriram. Established in 1996 as Thailand's 26th national park, it covers part of the Dongrek mountain range. The park is notable for its dry dipterocarp and evergreen forests, sandstone cliffs, viewpoints, and ancient Khmer ruins such as Prasat Khao Lon, offering nature and heritage attractions.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a forested mountain landscape on the Dongrek Range with dry dipterocarp forest, evergreen patches, sandstone outcrops and cliff viewpoints. The park offers nature trails, birdwatching areas, camping grounds and archaeological sites including the Khmer ruin Prasat Khao Lon. Facilities are basic and focused on nature appreciation, with a visitor centre, marked trails and viewpoints overlooking forested valleys. The environment is quiet and natural, suitable for hiking and sightseeing.
Key highlights
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Part of the Dongrek mountain range with sandstone cliffs and forest viewpoints
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Prasat Khao Lon Khmer ruins within the park boundary
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Dry dipterocarp and mixed evergreen forests with diverse flora and fauna
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Birdwatching and wildlife observation opportunities
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Camping and nature trail network for trekking
History of Ta Phraya National Park
Established on 26 November 1996 as Thailand's 26th national park, covering approximately 594 sq km of the Dongrek Range. The area preserves dry dipterocarp forests and contains Khmer-era archaeological remains such as Prasat Khao Lon, reflecting ancient settlement in the border highlands.
Culture & Context
The park contains Khmer stone ruins including Prasat Khao Lon and is valued for its natural heritage within the Dongrek mountain cultural landscape, representing archaeological heritage and traditional forest landscape of eastern Thailand.
Route
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