Phu Kradueng – Khok Moei

Facts

• Elevation: 1,316 m (4,318 ft)
• Prominence: 775 m
• Peak category:  Spesial
• Region:  Northern Thailand
• Coordinates: 16.8733, 101.7175
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Phu Kradueng, also known by its summit name Khok Moei, is one of Loei Province’s most distinctive mesa‑type mountains and the second national park established in Thailand after Khao Yai.

This sandstone plateau covers around 60 square kilometres, with well‑maintained trails to the flat plateau and visitor camp area. It includes several viewpoints (e.g. Pha Nok Aen, Pha Lom Sak), seasonal waterfalls, pine savanna meadows and abundant flora and fauna.

The summit plateau and trails are well-documented. The true summit is very close to the edge of Lom Sak Cliff, one of several named cliff areas including Makdook, Nanoi, Yeabmek and Daeng cliffs.

Practicalities

• • Getting there: The lower visitor centre (approx 300 m) is where the trail leads 4.6 km to the top plateau from the east. Once on the plateau, the highest point is roughly 5 kilometres west along the cliff edge.

• • Permits: Phu Kradueng National Park requires park entry registration. Fees are approximately 200 THB for foreign adults, 100 THB for children, and 30 THB per vehicle. Camping is available at the plateau campsite; reservations are recommended due to popularity. No guide is required for the standard route. The park is closed from June 1 to September 30 during the rainy season.

• • Water sources: Several streams and waterfalls along the trail and plateau supply potable water. Vendors operate at rest stops (“Sam” stations) so water can usually be purchased along the trail.

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