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Chaloem Rattanakosin National Parkอุทยานแห่งชาติเฉลิมรัตนโกสินทร์
Enter Chaloem Rattanakosin National Park for about 200 THB (check) and hike the 5 km (3.1 mi) Than Lod Noi–Yai trail (≈3 h) in the cool season (Nov–Feb) to avoid heat and crowds.Enter Chaloem Rattanakosin National Park for about 200 THB (check) and hike the 3.1 mi (5 km) Than Lod Noi–Yai trail (≈3 h) in the cool season (Nov–Feb) to avoid heat and crowds.
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Area
1 km² (0 sq mi)0 sq mi (1 km²)
approximate
Established
1980
Best months
Nov–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
- 1 km² (0 sq mi)0 sq mi (1 km²)
- Exact area not published (check).
- Established
- 1980
- Best months
- Nov–Feb
- Permits
- For some areas
- Base
- Kanchanaburi
Chaloem Rattanakosin National Park in Kanchanaburi offers limestone caves, a natural bridge, waterfalls and mixed forest, with short trails and a longer summit trek.
Decide
Why go, which months, and what lives here when
At a glance
Status
- No UNESCO listing; national park since 1980.
Size and age
1 km² (0 sq mi)0 sq mi (1 km²) · national park since 1980
Exact area not published (check).
This page covers the park itself. Nearest base: Kanchanaburi.
Why go
- Explore limestone caves and a natural bridge on a short, flat trail.
- See waterfalls that are strongest in the rainy season.
- Spot Asian elephants, barking deer and porcupines in mixed forest.
When to go
- JanBest
- FebBest
- MarGo
- AprCaution
- MayCaution
- JunCaution
- JulCaution
- AugCaution
- SepGo
- OctGo
- NovBest
- DecBest
- JanCool, dry; trails comfortable.
- FebCool to warm, still dry.
- MarHot rising, early rain possible.
- AprHot, start of wet season.
- MayWet season begins, waterfalls high.
- JunRainy, trail may be slippery.
- JulRainy, flash‑flood risk.
- AugRainy, high humidity.
- SepRain easing, waterfalls still strong.
- OctTransition to cool, less rain.
- NovCool, dry, ideal hiking.
- DecCool, dry, low crowd.
Wildlife and nature calendar
| What | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asian elephantAll year | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Barking deerAll year | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Porcupine 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Park headquarters | Gate, visitor centre, Than Lod Noi–Yai trail start, small shop and restaurant (weekends). | Open with entry ticket. |
| Than Lod Noi Cave area | Short flat cave walk, river, waterfall, natural bridge. | On the main trail. |
| Khao Kam Peng area | Higher elevation trail, requires overnight stay. | Permit and pre‑arranged accommodation needed. |
Sketch map
Take the points offline
3 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 park headquarters and main attractions; approximate.
See & do
Caves, trails and wildlife, with how hard each is and whether it needs booking
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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 | THB 200 (≈ US$7) | person | Standard adult fee (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
- Camping
- Backcountry camping not permitted; use designated campsite near headquarters.
- Fires
- Open fires prohibited; use provided stoves.
- Trail use
- Stay on marked trails; off‑trail walking may damage fragile limestone.
- Wildlife
- Do not feed or approach animals.
- Drones
- Not allowed without special permission.
Where to stay
In the park
Park cabins
Five simple cabins near headquarters, book online.
Near the park
Campsite near headquarters
Designated site, reservation online or on arrival.
Near the park
Kanchanaburi town
Hotels and guesthouses 1 h drive away.
Safety
Flash floods high
Slippery cave floors medium
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 and main trail reachable by car with short walks.
- Steep sections of Khao Kam Peng not suitable for limited mobility.
Visiting lightly
- Use the designated campsite and carry out all rubbish.
- Support local cabins and avoid unofficial lodging.
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to enter Chaloem Rattanakosin National Park?
The standard adult entry fee is about 200 THB (check).
What are the best hikes in Chaloem Rattanakosin National Park?
The 5 km Than Lod Noi–Yai nature trail (≈3 h, easy) and the longer Khao Kam Peng trek (requires overnight cabin).
When is the best time to visit Chaloem Rattanakosin National Park?
Cool, dry months November to February give comfortable hiking; the rainy season (May–Nov) offers strong waterfalls but higher flood risk.
Can I camp inside the park?
Backcountry camping is prohibited; use the designated campsite near the headquarters.
Is a guide required for any trails?
A guide is required for the Khao Kam Peng trek; the main nature trail is self‑guided.
Deep dive
Every source; fees and rules change, so check before you go
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