🔄 Updated 21 Jun 2026
Khlong Lan National Park sits in Khlong Lan district, on the western side of Kamphaeng Phet province. It was declared a national park in 1982 (B.E. 2525) — the 44th in Thailand. The area is watershed forest along the Thanon Thong Chai mountain range and holds several waterfalls, but the star is Khlong Lan Waterfall near the park headquarters. It's an easy walk in, which is why families and groups of friends love coming here to swim on weekends.
What Khlong Lan Waterfall is actually like
Khlong Lan is a single large tier with water spilling down the cliff face in a wide sheet, roughly 90–100 metres high. When the flow is strong it spreads across the whole cliff like a curtain of water. Below it is a broad pool where people can wade in — the water is cold and clear, straight from the springs up the mountain. The spot everyone wants a photo from is the pool right in front of the falls, looking up at the water filling the cliff.
The waterfall sits about 700–800 metres from the car park and park headquarters. You follow a laid-out nature trail that isn't steep, an easy 10–15 minute walk that both kids and adults can handle. There's a stream and shade the whole way.
Swim safely
In the rainy season the water runs fast and murky, and rangers may rope off the area near the falls. Always check the signs and listen for announcements first. The rocks around the pool get very slippery — rubber shoes with grippy soles are safer than plain flip-flops.
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Other waterfalls and spots in the park
If you have more than half a day, the park has several more waterfalls and viewpoints. Some require driving further in on roads that climb the mountain, so check with the rangers at the entrance about which spots are open and whether a regular car can make it.
Khlong Nam Lai Waterfall
A multi-tier waterfall about 25 km deeper in from the headquarters. The lower tiers are fine for swimming — good for anyone wanting to escape the crowds.
Khao Hua Chang
A viewpoint at around 500–600 metres with sunrise and sunset views, plus distant waterfalls. Good for anyone who likes hiking up to a lookout.
Kiew Mae Pan / hiking trail
A nature trail that climbs the mountain; early in the year some sections see leaves changing colour. You'll need a ranger guide or to register first.
Camping and lodging in the park
What brings people back to Khlong Lan is the campground tucked into the shade near the stream — wake up to the sound of water and birdsong. There are several grounds to choose from, such as Lan Kaew, Lan Wang Pla Wian and the riverside ground. The ground is flat and easy to pitch on, with shared toilets and a dishwashing area.
- Camping fee — around 30 THB per person per night. If you don't bring your own tent, you can rent one from the park in several sizes, starting in the low hundreds of baht.
- Park bungalows — there are bungalows you can book if you'd rather not sleep in a tent. Reserve ahead through the Department of National Parks system at nps.dnp.go.th; they fill up fast on long weekends.
- Bedding — nights in the mountains are colder than in town, especially in the cool season. Bring a sleeping bag or a thick blanket.
- Food — there are eateries and a park canteen during the day, but they may close in the evening and morning. Bring some food of your own to be safe.
Book your tent or bungalow ahead
In the cool season (Nov–Jan) and on long weekends the campground and bungalows fill up quickly. If you're going on a holiday, book ahead through the Department of National Parks website or call the park to check first — don't just drive up and hope.
Entry fees and opening hours
- Park entry — 40 THB for adults, 20 THB for children (Thai rate). Monks and seniors per the Department of National Parks conditions.
- Vehicle fee — around 20–30 THB per car.
- Opening hours — open roughly 08:00–16:30. Campers staying overnight can come and go as the rangers advise.
- Contact — call the park to check on the waterfall and lodging before you go; water conditions change with the season.
Getting to Khlong Lan
The park is in Khlong Lan district, about 50–60 kilometres from Kamphaeng Phet town. Driving from town takes around an hour. The main road is paved the whole way, with a slight climb near the end that a regular car handles easily.
- From Kamphaeng Phet town — take Highway 1117 (Kamphaeng Phet–Khlong Lan) toward Khlong Lan district, then turn off following the signs into the park, about an hour.
- From Bangkok — drive north on Highway 1 to Kamphaeng Phet, then turn onto the Khlong Lan road, around 5–6 hours total.
- Public transport — take a coach or van to Kamphaeng Phet, then transfer to a songthaew or rent a car or motorbike into the park. There's little public transport going right to the waterfall, so having your own vehicle is far more convenient.
- Fuel and supplies first — Khlong Lan district has convenience stores and petrol stations, but there are few shops near the park. Stock up before you enter the park area.
When the water looks best
Khlong Lan Waterfall has water almost year-round because it's watershed forest, but the volume changes with the season. Pick the time that matches what you're after.
- Late rainy to early cool season (Oct–Dec) — the high-water period, when the falls fill the whole cliff and look their best. The air is turning cooler, great for camping, though it gets busy on weekends.
- Hot season (Mar–May) — less water but clear, good for cooling off, and fewer people.
- Peak rainy season (Jul–Sep) — the water runs hard, sometimes murky, and there may be no-swim notices. Check the weather and safety before you go.
A 2-day, 1-night Khlong Lan trip
Hit the waterfall, swim, and camp
Up early for the forest air, then a stroll before heading home
What to pack
- Swimwear, a towel, and non-slip rubber shoes
- A sleeping bag or blanket and a warm layer, especially in the cool season
- Mosquito repellent, a torch, and a power bank (phone signal is weak in spots)
- Rubbish bags to carry your trash back out — help protect the watershed forest
- Cash, in case some spots don't take online payment
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