Kew Mae Pan (Doi Inthanon, Chiang Mai)

The Most Accessible Alpine View

If you want stunning views without camping overnight, this is the best choice. Located on Thailand's highest mountain, the Kew Mae Pan Nature Trail is a 3km loop that takes you through emerald mossy rainforests before opening up to a golden grassy ridge. The "sea of mist" view here at sunrise is iconic. It is well-maintained with wooden boardwalks.

Difficulty: ⭐⭐ (Easy/Moderate) - A short 2-3 hour hike, but high altitude makes breathing harder.

Booking Required? No booking. However, you MUST hire a Hmong guide at the trail entrance (530 THB per person).

Opening Time: Daily 06:00 - 16:00

Location: Doi Inthanon National Park (near the summit).

How to get there:

From Chiang Mai Old City, hire a private car or join a day tour van. It takes about 2 hours to drive to the summit area.