Namtok Mae Surin National Park

Interesting places in the park include: The Wildlife and Plants Preservation Project next to the national park office is a project honouring Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, Thailand’s Queen Mother. Besides being the centre and nursery for wild animals and collecting endangered plants, it is also an important site for public recreation in the area. Mae Surin Waterfall in Ban Mae Surin, Mae Yuam Noi Subdistrict, is a huge single-level waterfall cascading down 80 metres into a pool below. Doi Pui Peak, situated in Ban Huai Hee, Huai Pu Ling Subdistrict, is a mountain peak that reaches a height of 1,722 metres. The appearance is that of a plateau covered with meadows, pine forests, and evergreen forests, quite similar to Phu Kradueng. In summer, the fields of flowers come into full bloom in a riot of rich colour. The Huai Mae Sakuet trekking route runs parallel to the lake, which is inhabitated by feathered friends who relish the cool, shady climate. Visitors must contact the park officers for guidance around the area. Nong Khiaw is a flat mountain ridge area entirely blanketed with green grass, with a large natural inlet. Setting out from Namtok Mae Surin, the 12 kilometres gravel road, open only in the dry season, will lead you to the scenic spot at Nong Khiaw. Entrance fee: adults 200 baht, children 100 baht Accommodation and facilities: The park provide 7 lodges and camping grounds at the site. For further details contact, Namtok Mae Surin National Park Tel. 0 5306 1073 or the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation Tel. 0 2562 0760 or visit www.dnp.go.th.