Adventure Tourism: Natural Stone Bridge, Tak Province

Adventure Tourism: Natural Stone Bridge, Tak Province 

     The Natural Stone Bridge is located in the Mae Tho Subdistrict of the Tak District of Tak Province and is another one of the province’s tourist attractions. It is located within the jurisdiction of the Taksin Maharat National Park.

     The Natural Stone Bridge consists of a large rock formation connected to each side of two cliffs, resembling a bridge, with a width and height of approximately 25 meters and a length of approximately 30 meters. The stream flows underneath it throughout the year, and the surrounding forest is lush and suitable for relaxing. Near the Natural Stone Bridge, there are also beautiful stalactites and stalagmites. The bridge is located approximately 10 kilometers away from the national park office, and visitors must contact the park officials before visiting.

      The Taksin Maharat National Park has established the following nature study trails where tourists are able to gain more knowledge about the location and the environment: 

• The trail from Tourist Service Center to Ton Krabak Yai (a distance of 2.5 km); 
• The trail from Ton Krabak Yai to Pang A Noi Waterfall (a distance of 1 km); 
• The trail from the Helicopter Parking Lot to Pang A Noi Waterfall (a distance of 1.5 km).

Transportation 

By car: From Tak Province, travel by car on Highway 105 (Tak - Mae Sot). Around KM 25+980, there will be a large sign on the right-hand side indicating the entrance to Taksin Maharat National Park. Turn onto the road and proceed for another 1.5 km to reach the park. Cars can travel easily to the park in all seasons.

By bus: From Bangkok, at the Northern Line Bus Terminal, take the bus for Bangkok-Tak or another bus line to Tak. Inform the driver or ticket attendant that you wish to disembark at Tak Bus Terminal. Then, take a minivan or bus on the Tak - Mae Sot line and inform the driver that you wish to go to Taksin Maharat National Park (around KM 26). Upon reaching the park entrance, walk approximately 1.5 km to the park office. Walking in the national park is comfortable. The road is paved and not steep. The weather is mostly cool, offering scenic views along the way.

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