Huai Nam Dang National Park
Mu 5, Kit Chang Sub-district, Amphur Mae Taeng Chiang Mai Thailand 50150
Description:
Huai Nam Dang National Park is a nature reserve created on the initiative of Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej on August 14, 1995 to stop poaching and encroachment on forests.
This park covers an area of 1247 square kilometers and covers four areas: Chiang Dao, Wiang Haeng, Hong Son, Mae Taeng. It is located on the top of the Chiang Dao mountain range and on its slopes. The highest peak is Mount Doi Chang with a height of 1962 meters above sea level.
Plant and animal worlds are very diverse here, as the local climate allowed to collect many plants and animals from different parts of the world. The average annual temperature of the region is 20 degrees Celsius. One of the main advantages of this place is the wide abundance of orchids. The park is home to many rare wild animals such as forest elephants and salamanders.