Nam Nao National Park

About
Location

Nam Nao National Park is located in Phetchabun Province in northern Thailand. The nearest major town is Lom Sak, which is approximately 50 - 55 km west of Nam Nao.

It is approximately 440 km from Bangkok and 148 km from Khon Kaen.

History

The park was established in 1972.

Ecosystem

Most of Nam Nao National Park, consists of mountains covered with deciduous dipterocarp forest, hill evergreen forest, mixed deciduous forest, moist evergreen forest, pine forest and grasslands.

It is home to an unknown number of mammal species, 360 bird species and an unknown, but significant number of reptile species. Endangered species found in the park, include Indochinese tiger, Indochinese Leopard, Clouded Leopard, Marbled Cat, Serow, Hog Deer and the big-headed turtle .

Size

Ta Phraya covers an area of  966 km².

Nam Nao National Park

Getting There
Pang Sida is fairly remote and not easily accessed using public transport, so it is best to visit by car. In the rainy season a 4wd would be beneficial. The journey from Bangkok takes approximately 4hrs. 
Simply enter "Pang Sida National Park entrance" in your sat nav.

Opening Times and Entrance Fees

Opening Time:  07:00

Closing Time:    18:00

Thai Citizen:

Foreigners:

Cars:

Accomodation
In the Park

The park has a campsite with basic amenities. 

There are a number of  houses available to rent, prebooking through the department of National Parks website at portal.dnp.go.th  is neccessary.

Outside the Park

The nearest town is 

 

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