Doi Khun Tan National Park

Located in the mountain of the northern Thailand, Doi Khun Tan National Park is home to many interesting species both flora and fauna, as well as many historical spots of interest. Its most renowned feature is Thailand's longest railroad tunnel, which is 1,352 m. long. Doi Khun Tan National Park straddles the mountains separating Lamphun and Lampang Provinces, covering 255.29 sq.km and ranges in elevations from 325m to 1,373m at the summit. Established in 1975, it was the 10th National Park in Thailand.

Doi translates to mountain in Northern Thai, while Khun Tan refers to the numerous streams and watershed flowing down from the mountain.

High Mountains "Yaw 2"

Yaw 2 (Camp 2) is located 800 metres away from Yaw 1, at Yaw 2 (Camp 2), dense pine trees offer a naturally peaceful atmosphere. Before reaching the summit, there is a guesthouse decorated with various winter plants and including a lychee garden. The house also has the royal seal of approval; His Majesty the King has spent two vacations here.

High Mountains "Yaw 3"

Yaw 3 (Camp 3) is located 3,500 metres away from Yaw 2 and is the highest summit in the mountain range (Mon Song Klong) offering magnificent views over Lampang. Before reaching the summit, there are seven missionary houses available for renting. More information can be found by contacting Payup University, Chiang Mai.

High Mountains "Yaw 4"

Doi Khuntan also saw activity during World War ll. The Thai millitary used the highest peak of Doi Khuntan, or Yaw 4 as a look out point for military operations. It was at this time the term Yaw or "Yutasat" which translates literaly to "strategic camp", was introduced for the different retreats. Today, a visit to Yaw 4 provides a beautiful view of the valleys and surrounding mountains of Lamphun and Lampang province. Yaw 4 (Camp 4) is located 1,000 metres away from Yaw 3.

High Mountains "yaw 1"

In 1917, the State Railway of Thailand also built a vacation house at Yaw 1 (Camp 1) while building the railroad and tunnel in the valley below. Emil Eisenhofer, the german engineer instrumental in building the tunnel, stated at this house as well as any visiting Thai dignitaries. The house at Yaw 1 is still in execellent condition and open to tourists.

Mae Long Waterfall

If you get off at Mae Tan Noi railway station and walk for 3 kilometres, you won't miss this beautiful, year-round cascade. The waterfall is located some 10 kilometres from Khuntan railway station and the atmosphere here is perfect for refreshment and reinvigoration.

Tat Moie Waterfall

Between Yow 2 and Yow 3, there is a path on the left side down to Tat Moie Waterfall. If you walk down to Mae Yon Wai Valley for 300 meters, you won't miss it.