National park · Thailand
Phu Toei National Parkอุทยานแห่งชาติพุเตย
Enter Phu Toei for a short steep hike to Khao Thewada (≈1 h) and explore two caves; best in cool season Oct–Feb, avoid rainy months May–Oct.
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Area
317 km² (122 sq mi)122 sq mi (317 km²)
approximate
Established
1998
Best months
Oct–Feb
UNESCO
None
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- Southeast Asia ↗Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, Brunei and Myanmar; never carry a bag or parcel for anyone.
- Southeast Asia ↗Carry a passport valid for at least six months from entry with two blank pages; airlines refuse boarding on less.
- Thailand ↗Check entry rules and any arrival card on the official Thai government sites for your passport; visa-exempt stays and pre-arrival forms change.
- Thailand ↗Do not criticise or mock the monarchy: insulting the royal family is a criminal offence.
- Thailand ↗Temples and palaces: shoulders and knees covered, shoes off before entering halls.
- Thailand ↗E-cigarettes and vapes are illegal to import or use; do not pack them.
At a glance
- Country
- Thailand
- Area
- 317 km² (122 sq mi)122 sq mi (317 km²)
- 317 km² (official DNP figure).
- Established
- 1998
- Best months
- Oct–Feb
- Permits
- For some areas
- Base
- Suphanburi
Phu Toei National Park in Suphan Buri offers a steep climb to the province’s highest point, Khao Thewada, plus caves and waterfalls in dry evergreen forest.
Decide
Why go, which months, and what lives here when
At a glance
Status
- No UNESCO listing; national park since 1998.
Size and age
317 km² (122 sq mi)122 sq mi (317 km²) · national park since 1998
317 km² (official DNP figure).
This page covers the park itself. Nearest base: Suphanburi.
Why go
- A steep 800 m climb to the highest point Khao Thewada with province‑wide views.
- Caves and waterfalls in a dry evergreen forest, plus chance of tiger or leopard sightings.
When to go
- JanBest
- FebBest
- MarGo
- AprGo
- MayCaution
- JunCaution
- JulCaution
- AugCaution
- SepCaution
- OctBest
- NovBest
- DecBest
- JanCool, dry
- FebCool, dry
- MarWarm, start of hot season
- AprHot, low rain
- MayHot, rains begin
- JunWet, possible flash floods
- JulWet, high rain
- AugWet, high rain
- SepWet, but waterfall peak
- OctCool, dry
- NovCool, dry
- DecCool, dry
Wildlife and nature calendar
| What | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| barking deer, wild boar, various bird speciesAll year | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
Arrive & move
Getting in, how the park is divided, and where things are
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How to get there
Zones and sectors
| Zone | What is there | Access |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Gate, visitor information, trailhead for Khao Thewada. | Open with entry ticket. |
| Cave area | Taphoen Ngoen and Taphoen Thong caves near villages. | Open; check local signage. |
| Waterfall area | Taphoenkhi Noi and Yai waterfalls. | Open; best Sep–Dec. |
Sketch map
Take the points offline
5 points as a GPX waypoint file, plus a plain-text list of coordinates. Save it while you have signal: maps apps show the points without a connection.
Coordinates from official park listings; approximate for orientation.
See & do
Caves, trails and wildlife, with how hard each is and whether it needs booking
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Top experiences
Practical
Fees, permits, rules, where to sleep and what can go wrong
Show 8 sectionsHideEntry fees and permits, Park rules, Where to stay, Safety, Accessibility, Visiting lightly, Questions people ask, Related
Entry fees and permits
| Item | Range | Per | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park entry | Free | person | check |
Ranges, not quotes: fees change without notice. Check with the park or your operator · checked Sep 2026.
Park entry permit or guide
Park rules
- Alcohol
- Forbidden in all Thai national parks.
- Camping
- Only three designated sites; backcountry camping not allowed.
- Fire
- Open fires prohibited; use portable stoves only.check
Where to stay
Near the park
Suphan Buri town
Hotels, guesthouses; distance from gate check.
Safety
Steep, slippery trail medium
Flash flooding high
How much daylight do you have?
Time out
Finding the local time zone…
Times are local to the spot (zone loading). The half-hour margin is our rule of thumb, not an official figure; light fades earlier in forest or under cloud. Carry a headlamp on any route that could run late.
Accessibility
- Headquarters reachable by car; short walks.
Visiting lightly
- Bring all food and water; pack out all waste.
- Use designated campsites only.
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to enter Phu Toei National Park?
The park charges an entry fee; exact amount not published online – check at the headquarters.
What are the best hikes in Phu Toei National Park?
The steep 800 m climb to Khao Thewada and short walks to Taphoen Ngoen and Thong caves are the main trails.
When is the best time to visit Phu Toei National Park?
Cool, dry months Oct–Feb offer comfortable temperatures and low rain.
Are there any campsites in the park?
Three designated campsites exist; reserve on‑site or in advance during peak season.
Can I bring alcohol into the park?
No. Alcohol is banned in all Thai national parks.
Deep dive
Every source; fees and rules change, so check before you go
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