Khao Luang National Park

Khao Luang is a national park in Nakhon Si Thammarat Province that covers a large forested area with different ecosystems ranging from tropical rainforest to bamboo groves. Multiple waterfalls flow through the park, with Karom Waterfall being the most visited by travelers.

The protected area was created in 1974 to preserve the natural landscape and its wildlife. The park centers on Khao Luang mountain, the highest peak in Southern Thailand, which contains important geological features and ancient forest areas.

The name comes from Khao Luang, meaning 'big mountain,' which holds spiritual significance for local communities. Visitors can experience how people connect with this place through hiking and bird-watching, making it a space for reflection and nature appreciation.

The best time to visit is during the cooler months when waterfalls flow strongly and trails are easier to walk. From Nakhon Si Thammarat town, visitors can take shared minibuses to reach the park entrances and main waterfalls.

The park contains an ancient fern species called Mahasadam that existed before dinosaurs and still thrives in the wet forest areas today. This prehistoric remnant makes the place special for anyone interested in how ancient plants have survived to modern times.

Inception: December 18, 1974

GPS coordinates: 8.42075,99.69544

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:07