Available Guides and Planning Resources for Khao Lampi–Hat Thai Mueang National Park

Thailand's dual-terrain sanctuary of waterfalls and sea turtle beaches

Khao Lampi, Hat Thai Mueang National Park

Khao Lampi–Hat Thai Mueang National Park represents a distinctive protected-area model in Thailand, combining upland and coastal ecosystems within a single management framework. The park's 72-square-kilometer territory straddles the transition between the mountainous interior of the Phang Nga peninsula and the Andaman Sea coastline, creating a mosaic of habitats that support remarkable biodiversity. The mountain section, centered on the Khao Lampi range, preserves extensive tropical rainforest that serves as a critical watershed for the region's river systems. This forest cover includes valuable timber species and provides habitat for diverse wildlife. The coastal section centers on Hat Thai Mueang, a sweeping 13-kilometer white sand beach that remains relatively undeveloped compared to other Thai coastal destinations. The beach is flanked by mangrove forests along brackish water channels, creating a complex ecological interface between terrestrial and marine environments. The park's location along Route 4 (Phetkasem Road) makes it accessible while still maintaining natural character, and it serves as an important component of Thailand's protected-area network in the Andaman region.