“Admire the beauty of natural rock formations surrounded by steam rising constantly from the earth. Do not miss the popular activity of boiling chicken and quail eggs in mineral water with temperatures reaching up to 73°C.”
Chae Son Hot Springs is one of the most famous natural attractions in Lampang Province, located within Chae Son National Park. Nature created this site through a geological phenomenon where hot water emerges from the ground through various rock formations, spreading across an area of over 3 rai (approx. 1.2 acres). Its significance to the province is being the Thai Onsen, attracting people to witness the wonders of geothermal energy amidst a lush mountainous atmosphere all year round.
The reason locals and tourists value this site and visit frequently is that it offers more than just the beautiful sight of light mist floating over the water in the morning. It features a unique activity boiling eggs in the hot springs. It is well-known that eggs boiled in Chae Son’s mineral water have a special characteristic the yolk is cooked while the white remains soft and creamy. The taste is uniquely delicious compared to regular soft-boiled eggs. In terms of relaxation, the park offers both private and communal mineral bath services. It is believed that soaking in natural mineral water rich in minerals improves blood circulation and effectively relieves bodily fatigue.
In terms of local lifestyle and tourism, Chae Son Hot Springs is a vital source of income for the local community. Visitors will see villagers weaving small bamboo baskets to hold eggs for tourists, which is an admirable way of adding value to natural resources. The surrounding atmosphere is well-maintained, clean, and organized. Wooden bridges provide pathways to view various ponds each with different temperatures and beauty up close, offering both excitement and tranquility to visitors simultaneously.
This hot spring area is a source of pride for Lampang residents for preserving a pure natural energy source so perfectly. A visit to Chae Son Hot Springs is more than just sightseeing; it is an immersion into the minerals and warmth of nature that provides freshness and good health to everyone through mineral soaking and consuming nutrient-rich mineral-boiled eggs.
We invite everyone to experience the cool morning air and sit by the hot springs while waiting for your eggs to boil. The faint natural scent of sulfur and the sight of steam rising into the sky will make you feel the immense power of the Earth. It is a simple yet profound experience that will make you fall in love with the natural charm of Mueang Pan District and Lampang Province.
How to Get There
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By Private Car: From Lampang city, take Highway 1035 (Lampang-Chae Hom) toward Mueang Pan District, a distance of approximately 75 kilometers. The road is paved, easy to drive, and offers beautiful scenery along the way.
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By Public Transport: There are yellow songthaews (local trucks) on the Lampang-Chae Son route available at the Lampang Bus Terminal or at designated stops in the city market.
Travel Tips
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Best Time to Visit: Arriving in the early morning (06:00 – 08:00) is recommended to see the morning light and the rising steam against the green trees for the best photos.
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Must-Do Activity: Buy chicken or quail eggs at the park entrance to boil in the designated ponds. It takes about 17 minutes for a perfect mineral-boiled egg.
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Preparation: If you plan to soak in the mineral baths, bring a change of clothes and a towel (the park provides rentals if you don't bring your own).
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Safety: Be careful not to wander off designated paths and do not dip your hands or feet into ponds with high-temperature warning signs, as the water is extremely hot (up to 73°C).
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Photography Spot: The wooden bridge crossing the hot spring clusters is the best spot to capture the mist and rock formations.
Admission Fee:
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Thai Citizens: Adults 40 THB / Children 20 THB
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Foreigners: Adults 200 THB / Children 100 THB
Opening Hours:
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Open Daily: 08:00 – 18:00