About Thung Salaeng Luang National Park
Thung Salaeng Luang National Park is a large protected area spanning Phitsanulok and Phetchabun provinces, with its western headquarters in Wang Thong District, Phitsanulok. Established in 1963 as Thailand's third national park, it covers about 1,262 sq km of savanna grasslands, pine forests, and mixed deciduous forest. It is notable for its vast open savannas, Kaeng Sopha Waterfall, and diverse flora and fauna.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect expansive savanna meadows dotted with pine trees, forested hills, and river valleys. The park offers marked nature trails, viewpoints over Thung Nang Phaya and Thung Non Son savannas, waterfalls such as Kaeng Sopha, camping grounds and park bungalows, and a visitor centre. The environment is natural and relatively undeveloped, with opportunities for hiking, camping, birdwatching and photography.
Key highlights
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Vast savanna grasslands of Thung Salaeng Luang, Thung Nang Phaya and Thung Non Son
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Natural pine forests with Pinus kesiya and open meadow landscapes
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Kaeng Sopha Waterfall on the Wang Thong River
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Diverse wildlife and birdwatching opportunities
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Scenic viewpoints and nature trails for hiking and photography
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Camping and stargazing on the high savanna plateau