Chaloem Phrakiat Thai Prachan National Park

Its location is 110 Mu 5, Ban Thai Prachan, and also covers the area of Tambon Yang Hak, Amphoe Pak Tho; Tambon Tanaosi, Tambon Tha Khoei, Amphoe Suan Pheung and Tambon Ban Kha, Tambon Ban Beung, Amphoe Ban Kha with the total area of 136.25 square kilometers (136,250 Rais). The topography is mountainous terrain with thick forests which are Huai Prachan watershed forests. There are also many natural attractions. They are Mae Prachan waterfall, Mae Prachan hot spring (Ban Beung hot spring), reservoir surrounded by trees and plants. This is a perfect place for recreation. Two houses are available for visitors and a large area is provided for camping. Open daily from 08.00-18.00 hrs. Free of charge. How to get there: From Ratchaburi about 20 kilometres on Petkasem Road, turn right to highway number 3206 (km 38) (Ban Ta Yang – Ban Hin Sea) for 45 kilometers, turn left to Ban Thai Prachan and about 5 kilometers to Chalerm Prakiat Thai Prachan national park. For more information: Tel. 08 7165 3278 or Protected Areas Regional Office 3 (Ban Pong) Tel. 0 3221 1025 Fax. 0 3230 2227 or the National Park Office Tel. 0 2562 0760 thaiprachan_np@dnp.go.th