Umphang Wildlife Sanctuary

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Umphang Wildlife Sanctuary, Protected area in Umphang District, Thailand.

The sanctuary spreads across 2,590 square kilometers of mountains and forests, reaching elevations between 80 and 2,152 meters above sea level.

The wildlife sanctuary received official protected status in 1989, becoming part of Thailand's Western Forest Complex near the Myanmar border.

Karen communities near the sanctuary maintain traditional practices and gave local names to natural features, including Thi Lo Su waterfall meaning black waterfall.

Visitors can reach the sanctuary through Highway 1090 from Mae Sot, with the best visiting conditions occurring between November and February.

The sanctuary contains Thi Lo Su, Thailand's largest waterfall, measuring 200 meters in height and 400 meters in width with multiple cascading levels.

Location: Umphang

GPS coordinates: 15.92306,98.75778

Latest update: April 2, 2025 11:19

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