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Wang Bua Ban Pha Ngoep

Tourist attraction

Picturesque, gentle waterfall surrounded by jungle scenery, with picnic areas nearby. People often mention waterfall, water, Nice, stream, city, rocks, nice, view, waterfalls, beautiful,


Address

99 Huay Kaew Rd, Tambon Chang Phueak, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50300, Thailand

Website

www.topchiangmai.com

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (490 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Sunday: Open 24 hours
  • Monday: (Māgha Pūjā (Observed)), Open 24 hours, Hours might differ
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: waterfall (16) water (15) Nice (12) stream (10) city (8) rocks (8) nice (8) view (7) waterfalls (6) beautiful (6)
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  • 5/5 Mendel 7 months ago on Google • 42 reviews
    Amazing (and free!) waterfalls and swimming holes. A few minutes hike down rewards you with multiple places to jump into the water, slide and swim. As well as some beautiful nature trails through jungle terrain.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 S S (. 2 years ago on Google • 31 reviews
    My favourite place in the city. This cute hidden waterfall - you just have a little stream and viewpoint of the city when you first enter from the parking lot, but keep walking in and climb down the rocks to find the 2 waterfall swimming pools! 🥰 It is a little bit of a steep climb down, but I have dodgy knees and I did it fine, just go slow :) Cutest hang out spot surrounded by sun and plants, deep enough to jump in from high up, lots of local kids come to play and it’s just such good vibes I come here every week!!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jessica S. 7 months ago on Google • 65 reviews
    We hired a red car driver who was amazing. He took us to Wang Via Ban Pha Ngoep waterfall on our way back to Chiang Mai. This place is cool. When we went, lots of people were enjoying the pool of water at the top - all ages - swimming around. A couple of my kids and husband decided to dip in the water. It was really fun and amazing. WARNING: this place can be very dangerous, however. So please be careful. While we were there I witnessed a woman slip down the rocks and smash into a child at the bottom of the rocks. I'm a nurse and I was sure than one of them was going to bed medical attention. Luckily they were both able to move after the incident - however I'm still not sure the woman was completely okay. After that, my 8 year old son slipped on a rock at the edge of the cliff and I jumped in after him. We were both incapacitated for a few minutes and had to carefully crawl out of the little pool we landed in. Thankfully we didn't go over the cliff ledge. It was the scariest part of our whole trip. My heart still pounds still thinking about what could have been. Anyway - if you want a fun (non scary) waterfall experience where you can go swimming safely, check out the Mae Klang Waterfall in Doi Inthanon National Park.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Phey Y. 3 months ago on Google • 34 reviews New
    We had a very brief stop here on the way up to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep by car. I wished I had planned in more time to just hang out there to watch the butterflies and just listen to the waterfalls. There are trails here to explore as well. There were some people just lying/sittinf on the large flat rocky surface enjoying the sun.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Alex P. 5 years ago on Google
    A nice stop over. I like to meditate listening to the stream passing by. They is nothing particular but a bit of nature close to the noisy and polluted city of ChiangMai. It would be appreciated for people to take away their empty beer bottles from the site though😬 Enjoy simplicity and greenery.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kovago A. 1 year ago on Google • 100 reviews
    Nice place. Nice view. Nice waterfall. I went up to the cliffs . Bit dangerous if u don't know how to take the steps, especially when it's wet season. Be careful, I almost stayed up there forever 😂
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rare R. 9 months ago on Google • 171 reviews
    Amazing and big waterfall in which you can swim, located very close to the city. Lovely nature and nice views

  • 4/5 Amos 3 months ago on Google • 30 reviews New
    • Small Waterfall • Nice view of the city • Sound of the waterfall • Swimming is possible at the bottom • Hiking trails • Two shelters are available • 10 parking spots *** No toilet *** No light / No electricity
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Janelle A. 1 year ago on Google
    Passed by this place after visiting Doi Suthep by foot. Quite relaxing to sit alone in the pavilion with great views of Chiangmai. There seem to be a trail on the left side of pavilion heading downwards to the larger pools
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jade C (. 6 years ago on Google
    An absolutely beautiful place, hidden from the road. Come here in the sunshine, it is heaven. If you look down from the viewing area you'll see the waterfalls and rocks and stream leading down to still waters at the bottom. There are a few paths to get down there and the place is magical.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Matthew B. 1 year ago on Google
    Cool little forest trekking path. Fun to explore the side paths. A bit scenic if you get up on the rocks; you can see downtown. Not an epic hike, but a good diversion. If you are pinched for time, I'd instead recommend heading up to Doi Pui nature trail, as it's much more scenic.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Rachel F. 4 years ago on Google
    Lots of nice hiking trails, though not well marked for direction. Places to take a dip in the refreshing mountain water. Not easy to climb always, so wear good shoes. Also, bring lots of water! This could get dangerous in the height of the rainy season, so heed the warning signs.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Nutchanok S. 6 years ago on Google
    This place is perfect in cold season with water runs through the rocks. It's boring in dry season. It's more quiet and less people than Wang Buaban and Huay Keaw waterfall. I'd love to chill and reading here. You can continue walking from Pha Ngoeb along little water tide to the bridge on main road either. Sorry for any broken English :)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 André M. 6 years ago on Google
    Nice, beautiful and peaceful place with some trails you can follow.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Zane M. 11 months ago on Google • 5 reviews
    Nice place! This is a nice place for a rest and be close to the nature. The water fall is good, and the stream is also pretty lovely. You can hike around those huge rocks and it will be a very fun experience if you try to climb those rocks. It’s a little dangerous, but very fun INDEED. Huge recommended to this place. Also really nice view to the city.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Brannon Oh (. 3 months ago on Google • 108 reviews New
    Worth stopping by to just soak your feet in the clear and cold water

  • 5/5 何成2 7 months ago on Google • 41 reviews
    The scenery is beautiful, you can dive, please pay attention to safety, especially anti-slip, and make sure your mobile phone is waterproof.

  • 5/5 Julie R. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing waterfall hike. So beautiful and peaceful.

  • 4/5 Shawn L. 11 months ago on Google
    Nice place to cool down with locals for free. Some kids do cliff diving in one of the pools but no sure if I would recommend it.

  • 5/5 Ric P. 1 year ago on Google
    Cool water ,perfect for a quick break. Also collect your trash!!

  • 5/5 Francis S. 1 year ago on Google
    So pretty and it links with the water fall trail coming up from the base of the mountain. Explore along the yellow path!

  • 5/5 Nerdy C. 1 year ago on Google
    One of the closest waterfalls to Chiang Mai, easily accessible by taxi. An area with an amazing view of the city, easy access to surrounding Wats and Bubing Palace

  • 3/5 Djamila Z. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice little peaceful place, got a beautiful river stream, it’s a lovely setting for a picnic with the fam.

  • 3/5 Ricky C. 2 years ago on Google
    The walking path to the waterfall is blocked by some electricity cable (I think). I decided not to walk down due to the potential danger. This waterfall is connected to the other 2 waterfalls down the stream. If you really want to visit, you can start at the 2nd waterfall (Wang Bua Ban Pha Ngoep) and walk up and you will see a cliff and the waterfall. Not too much that you can do there honestly.

  • 5/5 Shawn S. 1 year ago on Google
    Good view and a nice small simple waterfall.

  • 5/5 Dio T. 3 years ago on Google
    Peaceful meditative walk along the slope and stream over water fall.semi climbing but mostly comfortable track.

  • 5/5 Tim R. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice place to visit in hot afternoon

  • 5/5 Филипп Латифундист (негугл �. 5 years ago on Google
    Serene. Has Buddha footstep shrine

  • 5/5 Moto Z. 3 years ago on Google
    Lovely steam and view. The tiny fish nibble your feet. Nice place to walk. However, can get a little busy/noisy at peak times.

  • 3/5 Joshua De V. 4 years ago on Google
    It was pretty dried up and just one stream with a cave like indentation in the mountain. I'd rather go higher up the mountain to bigger waterfalls

  • 3/5 kong N. 4 years ago on Google
    Good place for relax. Shallow water.

  • 5/5 Richard T. 5 years ago on Google
    Cool little stop on the way up the mountain. Beautiful stream and pool

  • 4/5 Tim VanSumeren (. 2 years ago on Google
    This is the 1st stopping point on my way up Doi Suthep (ดอย​สุ​เทพ). It's a​ nice break with a shaded seating area. This morning I could hear the wild chickens down in the valley below.

  • 5/5 John Y. 5 years ago on Google
    Very easy walk to the waterfall and a nice little getaway if you are willing to climb a little bit to get away from the beaten trail. Nice hideaway at the top - away from the world.

  • 5/5 RYP S. 3 years ago on Google
    Natural waterfall. I went there in early February the water run dry so then we can chill and sit on the rock. Really good place for relaxation from busy life.

  • 5/5 Dio T. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice walk along the stream and slope over water fall then enjoy ChiangMai city view


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Amenities


  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

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