Khao Sok

Khao Sok National Park extends across 739 square kilometers of mountainous terrain, featuring dense rainforest, limestone cliffs, and the expansive Cheow Lan Lake.

The national park, established in December 1980, contains a rainforest system that developed over 160 million years through tectonic movements and climate variations.

Local communities near the park maintain traditional practices of sustainable resource management while supporting conservation efforts through educational programs and guided activities.

The park entrance provides access to hiking trails, canoe rentals, and tour services, with accommodations ranging from basic camping areas to forest lodges.

Scientists discovered Scolopendra cataracta, the first known amphibious centipede species, on a stream bank near the park boundaries in 2001.

Location: Phanom

Location: Ban Ta Khun

Inception: December 22, 1980

Address: Phanom District, Surat Thani, Thailand

Opening Hours: Lunes-Domingo 07:00-19:00

Phone: +6677395154

Website: https://portal.dnp.go.th/Content/nationalpark?contentId=1019

GPS coordinates: 8.93667,98.53028

Latest update: June 7, 2025 03:45