Doi Chong National Park lies along the border of Lampang and Lamphun provinces and is known for its rugged mountain ranges and well-preserved deciduous forests. The highest peak, Doi Chong, rises to about 1,379 meters above sea level, creating a cool climate throughout the year and particularly cold temperatures during the winter months.

One of the main highlights is the trek to the summit of Doi Chong, where visitors can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of the surrounding mountains stretching across Lampang, Lamphun, and Tak provinces. Along the trail, travelers may encounter rare forest plants, including wild orchids such as “Fa Mui”, which bloom beautifully during the winter season. The forest also displays a stunning seasonal color change in early winter, creating picturesque landscapes across the mountains.

For visitors who prefer a more relaxing experience, the park headquarters area offers a peaceful camping ground surrounded by lush greenery. This area is also known as one of the best dark-sky locations in Lampang, making it ideal for stargazing and astrophotography on clear nights.

The headquarters also serves as the starting point for a short nature trail leading to small waterfalls and the scenic Pha Khang Nak viewpoint, where visitors can enjoy a spectacular sunrise and a sea of mist covering the valleys below.

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How to Get There

• By Car: From Lampang city, take Highway No. 1 (Phahonyothin Road) toward Sob Prab District (direction to Tak Province). Around Kilometer 648–649, turn left toward the entrance of Doi Chong National Park Headquarters, then drive about 8 kilometers along the paved road to reach the park office.

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Travel Tips

• November – January offers the best weather, cool temperatures, and thick morning mist.

• The campsite is an excellent dark-sky location for viewing stars and photographing the Milky Way.

• Bring proper hiking shoes and enough drinking water if planning to trek to the summit.

• Please keep noise levels low after 10:00 PM to preserve the peaceful atmosphere.

• Visitors planning to camp overnight should reserve camping space through the Department of National Parks website in advance.

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Admission Fee:

• Thai Visitors Adults: 20 Baht / Children: 10 Baht

• Foreign Visitors Adults: 100 Baht / Children: 50 Baht

• Car fee: 30 Baht

Opening Hours:

• Open daily 08:30 AM – 04:30 PM

Visitors staying overnight can contact park officials during office hours for assistance.