Does the waterfall flow all year?

Yes — fed by the Mae Klang stream from Doi Inthanon. The rainy season (Jun–Oct) brings the most powerful and photogenic flow.

When is the best time to visit?

Rainy season for full flow; cool season (Nov–Feb) for pleasant weather and soft light. Mornings bring mist and rainbows.

Is it a long walk to the falls?

No — just a few minutes' walk from the car park to the main viewpoint, with ramps and wooden bridges.

Is there parking and facilities?

Yes — car parks, food stalls, souvenir shops and toilets are near the entrance.

Is there an entrance fee?

The falls are inside Doi Inthanon National Park, so the park entrance fee (see above) applies.

Wachirathan Waterfall Entrance Fee & Opening Hours

Wachirathan Waterfall is inside Doi Inthanon National Park, so the only cost is the national park entrance fee — there is no separate ticket for the waterfall itself. Rates below are shown as of October 2026; confirm with the park before travelling.

National park entrance fee

Visitor	Adult	Child
Foreigners	300 THB	150 THB
Thai nationals	50 THB	20 THB

The fee is per person. A separate vehicle access fee may apply inside the park if you arrive by car, motorbike or tour van. Thai nationals may receive local resident rates. Confirm current rates with the Department of National Parks (DNP).

Opening hours

Open daily (Monday–Sunday) from 06:00 to 17:00. The waterfall viewpoint is reached by a short walk from the car park; the gate may stop new entries before 17:00, so arrive with time to spare.

Hours shown as of October 2026 — please confirm with Doi Inthanon National Park before visiting.

Where to pay

You pay at the Doi Inthanon National Park gate on Highway 1009 (around Km. 21–22), before the short drive to the waterfall car park. Keep your receipt — rangers may check it at checkpoints inside the park.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a separate ticket for Wachirathan Waterfall?

No. Wachirathan Waterfall sits inside Doi Inthanon National Park, so you only pay the national park entrance fee. There is no additional ticket sold just for the waterfall.

How much is the entrance fee?

Foreign visitors pay 300 THB for adults and 150 THB for children. Thai nationals pay 50 THB for adults and 20 THB for children. These are national park rates, shown as of October 2026.

Is there a vehicle fee?

Yes. The entry fee is per person. If you arrive by car, motorbike or tour van, the park charges a separate vehicle access fee in addition to the per-person ticket.

What are the opening hours?

The site is open daily from 06:00 to 17:00. Hours are shown as of October 2026 — please confirm with Doi Inthanon National Park before your visit.

Where do I pay, and should I keep the receipt?

Pay at the Doi Inthanon National Park gate on Highway 1009 (around Km. 21–22). Keep your receipt; rangers may check it at checkpoints inside the park.