National park · Mongolia
Khogno Khan National ParkХөгнө Хан Үндэсний Парк
Enter Khogno Khan National Park for 30 MNT (≈$0.01) per person, hike the 5 km (3.1 mi) Erdene Khamba trail in the morning, visit June–Sept for dry weather.Enter Khogno Khan National Park for 30 MNT (≈$0.01) per person, hike the 3.1 mi (5 km) Erdene Khamba trail in the morning, visit June–Sept for dry weather.
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Area
1,200 km² (463 sq mi)463 sq mi (1,200 km²)
approximate
Established
2000
Best months
May–Aug
UNESCO
None
Rules in force · 6
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- Mongolia ↗Check entry rules for your passport on the official government e-visa portal; some nationalities enter visa-free for a limited stay, others need an e-visa.
- Mongolia ↗In a ger: step over the threshold (never on it), move clockwise, receive food and drink with the right hand, and do not point your feet at the stove or the altar.
- Mongolia ↗Plan road trips by hours, not kilometres: paved roads are few, and 100 km of dirt track can take three hours.
- Central Mongolia ↗Ger camps in the countryside run mainly June–September; outside that window, ask what is open before you book.
At a glance
- Country
- Mongolia
- Area
- 1,200 km² (463 sq mi)463 sq mi (1,200 km²)
- Approx. 1,200 km² covering steppe, forest and mountain zones (check).
- Established
- 2000
- Best months
- May–Aug
- Permits
- For some areas
Khogno Khan National Park protects a mixed landscape of steppes, forested hills and historic temple ruins on the southern slope of Khogno Khan mountain, offering easy to moderate hikes and cultural sites within central Mongolia.
Decide
Why go, which months, and what lives here when
At a glance
Status
- No UNESCO listing; national park since 2000.
Size and age
1,200 km² (463 sq mi)463 sq mi (1,200 km²) · national park since 2000
Approx. 1,200 km² covering steppe, forest and mountain zones (check).
Why go
- Steppes, mountains and forest scenery in central Mongolia.
- Historic temple ruins on the southern slope of the mountain.
When to go
- JanCaution
- FebCaution
- MarGo
- AprGo
- MayBest
- JunBest
- JulBest
- AugBest
- SepGo
- OctCaution
- NovCaution
- DecCaution
- JanCold, snow may block roads.
- FebStill cold, limited services.
- MarEarly spring, roads improving.
- AprMild, grassland blooms.
- MayDry, good hiking.
- JunPeak summer, dry.
- JulWarm, low rain.
- AugWarm, dry.
- SepLate summer, still dry.
- OctCooling, occasional rain.
- NovCold, early snow.
- DecSnow, limited access.
Wildlife and nature calendar
| What | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mongolian gazelleMay–Sep · Often seen on open steppes. | no | no | no | no | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
| Golden eagleJun–Sep · Birds of prey soaring above. | no | no | no | no | no | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
Arrive & move
Getting in, how the park is divided, and where things are
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How to get there
From Ulaanbaatar
Drive west on the highway to Kharkhorin, turn north after 200 km (124 mi); park gate is 10 km (6.2 mi) off the road.Drive west on the highway to Kharkhorin, turn north after 124 mi (200 km); park gate is 6.2 mi (10 km) off the road.
4–5 h
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From Kharkhorin
Local taxi or guide vehicle north on a paved road to the gate.
1–1.5 h
Zones and sectors
| Zone | What is there | Access |
|---|---|---|
| Main gate area | Visitor centre, parking, information board. | Open with entry ticket. |
| Erdene Khamba trailhead | Start of the 5 km (3.1 mi) historic trail to temple ruins.Start of the 3.1 mi (5 km) historic trail to temple ruins. | Open, no guide required. |
| Northern forest zone | Scenic forest walks, limited facilities. | Open, self‑guided. |
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 Wikidata; approximate location of the park gate.
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 | MNT 30 | person | 2026 estimate |
Ranges, not quotes: fees change without notice. Check with the park or your operator · checked Sep 2026.
Park entry permit or guide
Park rules
- Drones
- Not allowed without special permission.check
- Camping
- Only in designated campgrounds; wild camping prohibited.
- Fires
- Open fires not allowed; use provided stoves.
Where to stay
Near the park
Ger camps near the gate
Simple yurts with basic meals.
Near the park
Ulaanbaatar
Wide range of hotels for a base before/after the park.
Safety
Sudden storms medium
Remote location low
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
- Main gate area reachable by car; short walks are on firm ground.
- Longer trails have uneven terrain; not suitable for limited mobility.
Visiting lightly
- Stay in designated ger camps to limit impact.
- Carry out all litter; avoid disturbing wildlife.
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to enter Khogno Khan National Park?
30 MNT per person (about $0.01) at the gate.
What are the best hikes in Khogno Khan National Park?
The Erdene Khamba historic trail (5 km, moderate) and the short river walk are popular.
When is the best time to visit Khogno Khan National Park?
June to August offers dry weather and good trail conditions.
Do I need a guide for any trails?
No guide is required for the main historic trail; guides are optional for remote forest walks.
Are there facilities for camping?
Designated ger camps are available near the gate; wild camping is not permitted.
Deep dive
Every source; fees and rules change, so check before you go
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