“A center for adventure activities offering hiking and rappelling at Pha Thewada cliff with multiple height levels, surrounded by panoramic views of the reservoir and mountains.”
Huai Chomphu Reservoir - Pha Thewada is located within Wiang Lo Wildlife Sanctuary. The San Khong Subdistrict Administrative Organization (SAO) has developed the area as a comprehensive natural and adventure tourism destination.
Pha Thewada: Formerly called Twin Forest Branch Cliff, this rock cliff allows visitors to experience rappelling (Rappelling) with height_ options of 25 meters, 50 meters, and up to 110 meters. All activities are supervised by trained staff from the SAO with standard safety equipment.
Huai Chomphu Reservoir:
Huai Chomphu Reservoir is a large water source built for agriculture and community water management. Surrounded by mountains and forest, it is a scenic spot ideal for relaxation and photography. Early mornings offer mist over the water and reflections of the sunrise, creating a peaceful and picturesque atmosphere.
The area around the reservoir features walking trails where visitors can observe nature, birds, and wildlife. There is also an agricultural tourism service center by the reservoir where tourists can learn about water management, sustainable farming, and participate in community activities such as planting and tasting local produce.
During late rainy season to early winter, wildflowers bloom around the reservoir and along the trail to Pha Thewada, creating a colorful and refreshing environment. This makes it ideal for nature photography or simply enjoying the cool air and scenic views of the mountains and reservoir.
Other Activities:
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Hiking: Trails leading up to Pha Thewada cliff, approximately 3 kilometers long.
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Huai Chomphu Waterfall: Along the hiking trail, visitors can see the waterfall and Than Saen Ha Cave. In late rainy season to early winter, the third level of the waterfall, called "Tat Hua Chang," features beautiful wildflowers.
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Sunflower Fields: From November to February, the San Khong area blooms with sunflowers amid the mountains, offering stunning scenery and a popular spot for photography.
These activities combine natural beauty with adventure, making Huai Chomphu Reservoir - Pha Thewada a perfect destination for both nature lovers and adventure seekers.
How to Get There
- From Dok Kham Tai District, take Highway 1021 (Dok Kham Tai–Chun route) for approximately 1.5–2 km, then turn right onto the entrance road to Ban Cham Kai. Drive through rice fields and villages for about 10 km until reaching the area near the reservoir where the San Khong Community Agricultural Tourism Service Center is located.
Travel Tips
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Rappelling: Wear comfortable, flexible clothing and contact the SAO or tourism center in advance to reserve a session and ensure safety equipment is ready.
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Sunflower Fields: Check the blooming period before visiting in winter.
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Reservoir Viewing: Early mornings are best for misty scenes and photographing the surrounding mountains and water.
Admission Fee:
- Site Entry: Free
- Activity Fee: Additional charges apply for rappelling, including equipment and staff supervision (check prices at the service point).
Opening Hours:
- No fixed opening hours as this is a natural area within the forest protection unit. Generally, visitors can access the site during daylight hours. Rappelling and hiking activities are usually available from 08:00–17:00 (subject to SAO management).