Nong Han Viewpoint and Don Koen Public Park are strategically located on a peninsula projecting into Nong Han Lake, Thailand’s largest natural freshwater lake in the Northeast, spanning approximately 123 square kilometers. Developed by the Tha Rae Subdistrict Municipality, the park serves as a premier recreational and ecological conservation site. Its distinctive curved concrete bridge acts as the main gateway, linking the historic Ban Tha Rae community to a lush green sanctuary surrounded by a flourishing wetland ecosystem.

The park's infrastructure features extensive jogging and cycling paths that wind along the water’s edge for several hundred meters, culminating at the tip of the peninsula, which offers an unobstructed panoramic view of the vast lake. This location is ecologically significant, serving as a vital habitat for over 100 species of waterbirds, including Lesser Whistling Ducks, Purple Swamphens, and various Egrets, which are most active during dawn and dusk. Furthermore, during the high-water season, visitors can observe the "Art of Traditional Fishing" practiced by the Tha Rae locals, who utilize ancestral techniques and wooden long-tail boats, a lifestyle that has remained unchanged for generations.

Culturally, Don Koen Park is a central hub within Thailand's largest Roman Catholic community. It is situated within walking distance of the Saint Michael the Archangel Cathedral and a collection of historic French-colonial style buildings, constructed using unique local materials such as termite mound soil mixed with lime. Visiting the Nong Han Viewpoint thus offers more than just scenic vistas; it provides a deep dive into the history of the Vietnamese and Thai-Vietnamese settlers who established this community on the shores of Nong Han in 1884. This blend of breathtaking natural scenery and rich immigrant heritage makes it one of the most culturally profound landmarks in Sakon Nakhon.

• From Sakon Nakhon city center, take Highway 22 (Sakon Nakhon-Nakhon Phanom) towards Tha Rae Subdistrict (approximately 20 kilometers). Upon reaching Tha Rae intersection, turn right into the village. Drive towards the riverside, passing the Archangel Michael Cathedral. There will be signs directing you to Don Koen Public Park and Nong Han Viewpoint.

• Visit early in the morning or late afternoon for sunrise or sunset views.

• Bring a camera or a good-quality smartphone for photography.

• Keep the area clean and maintain silence to respect other visitors and the natural environment.

Admission Fees:

• Free

Opening Time:

• Open daily from 5:00 AM to 18:30 PM.