Phu Kradung

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Phu Kradung Description

Phu Kradung is the highest point in the province, and the National Park is on this high plateau at an altitude of between 227 m (746 ft) and 1300 m (4265 ft). Founded in 1925 the park has precipitous cliffs, interesting and unusual flora and fauna, and pure, dry air, which also tends to be quite cool.

To get there take Highway 201 from Loei for 75 km (47 mi.) then from the village of Ban Phuy Kradung it is another 7 km (4 mi.) to the park entrance.

The park covers an area of about 350 sq. km (135 sq. mi.) and is criss-crossed by a good network of trails. It is best avoided at weekends and public holidays when it is crowded with people from Bangkok. During the rainy season (July to October) the park is generally closed

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Hobbies & Activities category: Waterfall, cascades; Hiking opportunity; National park