Doi Inthanon’s Hidden Gem
Chiang Mai

The Ang Ka Nature Trail, tucked away in the lush greenery of Doi Inthanon National Park, offers a refreshing escape from the summer heat for both wildlife and humans. This 4300-year-old forest, known as the gateway to the Himalayas, is accessible via a 320-metre wooden boardwalk upgraded in 2021 by the Thai Rak Pa Foundation and the park.

Home to diverse ecosystem, the trail features 11 learning stations showcasing a remarkable array of flora and fauna. Visitors can expect encounters with red rhododendron and sphagnum moss, brightly coloured birds like the green-tailed sunbird and ashy-throated warbler, and even unique amphibians like the Doi Inthanon frog and Himalayan newt.

Spots along the trail offer visitors breathtaking views over the forest, enveloped in a mesmerising tapestry of cloud, sphagnum moss, ferns and lichens.

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Photos: Pattarawadee Saengmanee