Phu Soi Dao National Park

200 baht for foreigners.
2-5hr climb.
No climbing after 1pm.
Have campsite at the foot of the mountain.
Have fried egg with white rice only on the mt for 50 baht.
Provides refills water station.
Provides water for bathroom but have to rent buckets.

Great atmosphere. Temperature is 18-25 °C. During visiting, I can see all; rainy day, sea of fog, sunny day, stars and milky way.

Came with the group of friends for a 3 days 2 night hike. Relatives moderate hike. The hardest part is the steep hike. At the national park it is very beautiful scenery. At the camp ground, there's decent rain shower and toilet. The park rangers are very friendly and helpful. Very great hike and experience. Highly recommend.

Fantastic and gorgeous trekking. You need to be fit. You may find many natural scenetic and nice views here.

6.5 km. from the bottom to the top of the hill. Not for the beginner. 4-6 hrs. for hiking.

Phu Soi Dao is the 4th highest mountain in Thailand that you can visit. Topped by Doi Chiang Dao, Doi Pha Hom Pok, and Doi Inthanon. With the elevation of 2,120 meters or 6,955 feet, it is going to be a challenging climb for those who want to experience the mountain. It is located in Uttaradit province on the border between Thailand and Laos. Hence, you can cross into the Laos side at the marker but you cannot go too far beyond the marker.

How to get there?
Well, it's going to be a journey if you don't drive since it is impossible to go there by public transportation.

Option 1: Train
Train from Bangkok (Hua Lamphong station) to Phitsanulok about 6-7 hrs ride. Then bus from Phitsanulok to Chat Trakan District. That's another 2 hours. This is the last spot you can get your supply before ascending to the mountain. From Chat Trakan you have to hire private transportation (Tuk Tuk, truck, van) to Phu Soi Dao National Park. The price varies but should be around 1,200 THB range (+/- 20%).

Option 2: Bus
You can take a bus from Mor Chit station in Bangkok to Phitsanulok. Then get private transportation from the bus station to Phu Soi Dao National Park. I have no idea about the price from here.

Option 3: Fly
There are flights from Don Muang Airport to Phitsanulok almost hourly. Then hire private transportation to the park.

Option 3: Driver
Just follow Google Maps.

After you arrived then what?
Entrance fee is 200 THB for foreigners. It's possible to rent a lot of the necessities tenting gear from the park. It can get pricey as well. Beware since these rental gears can be in poor condition. Consider you're warned. The fee for hiring the porter to carry your stuff is 35 THB per Kg.

Package includes tent, sleeping bag, pillow, sleeping pad
Package 1 person 1 night = 945 THB
Package 2 person 1 night = 1,185 THB
Package 3 person 1 night = 1,425 THB
Package 1 person 2 night = 1,230 THB
Package 2 person 2 night = 1,530 THB
Package 3 person 2 night = 1,830 THB

When to visit?
The park is open seasonally from 1 July until mid-January of every year. If you want to see the field of blooming Murdannia then visit during the rainy season (July - October). The climb will be more adventurous too since you might get the chance to hike against the rain which turns the mountain into one giant waterfall.
If you plan to take some awesome image of the Milkyway the visit after the rain ends. Usually, would be mid-October onwards. Then the fog usually opens up the clear sky for you.
The hike can be from 4-7 hrs to the campsite (1,633 m / 5,357 ft elevation) depends on your fitness level and weather condition. If you want to climb the real summit (2,120m elevation), it is open October and an additional 500 THB per person to climb the summit. The rangers will provide you with safety gear and lead the group to the summit. It takes about 7hrs round trip starting from the campsite.

PS. There is barely any phone signal at the campsite. There are a few spots where you can get faint signal. I recommend AIS for your best chance to get a signal. If you're on DTAC, you're kinda screwed.

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I went there on September 2017 and the flowers were in blossom every where!! The trail is not that tough its contain some part of steel stairs. I took around 4hr with 8kg. backpack plus lunch time also took a photo along the way. A perfect time to visit should be around late August till September. Anyway, better to check again in that year.

Stunning view especially the sunset🧡pretty exhausted but worth it!!! Beginner, you guys can do it. Must go once in your life time.

Once in your life of trekking to the top of hill, Phu Soi Dao. 5-6 hrs walk on the trek path along with waterfall sound. The slope is quiet challenge in some part but the overall is great moment for life.

One the best national parks in Thailand. Campsite is well equipped and maintained with amazing sceneries and trails. Definitely a must for stargazers.

It’s a place where trekkers must go, The peak is 2102 meters above sea level. with only a few square meters of land owned by Thailand.

Such a beautiful place to visit. 13km trek back and forth. 2120 meters above sea level.

Best view of Sunset as I have been ever seen before, and nice place to visit if you like trekking and camping. Winter is the best for this.

Every week must go..
Nice weekend out

Indescribable with unseen views, it took me uphill 7 hrs from downhill but worth it!!

I came here during rainy season (low season) and i found out that it's the best time for visiting because only my group on Phu Soi Dao viewpoint. It's so peaceful and the view up there is so stunning. Don't miss to visit this place and you will love it like i do.

Peaceful national park with no much visitor.
Roads are twisty, nice ride for those on two wheels.
Inform the guard you are just visiting the restaurant for food and refreshments to avoid paying ฿100 entrance fee.

Beautiful place, you have to stay at night to see the stars. Having fun to climb with the good ozone, enjoy with a nature. >> THE PHOTO IS MY FRIEND'S TAKEN ON THAT NIGHT NOV'2017 >>

If you like to go hiking I would like to recommend you to walk here. It was very tiring and fun.

Phu Soi Dao is calling and I must go. See you again this July.