Chaloem Phrakiat Thai Prachan National Park is a National park located in Ratchaburi Province, Thailand. It was established on 25 January 2012. It is part of the Kaeng Krachan forest complex UNESCO heritage site which spans two other national parks, Kui Buri and Kaeng Krachan.
The forests in the park are Mixed deciduous forests, and is very well preserved. Many species of animals live in the park such as Muntjacs, Sambar deer, Hornbills and various other reptiles, amphibian and fish. The park has hot springs and waterfalls which are open to visitors. Recreational activities such as Hiking and Camping are available. There are reservoirs in the park which hold water for nearby villages.
During the Communist Insurgency in Thailand, the area was a stronghold of the Communist Party of Thailand.
Location Chaloem Phrakiat Thai Prachan National Park in overview PARO 3 (Ban Pong) National park 1 Thai Prachan 2 Chaloem Rattanakosin 3 Erawan 4 Khao Laem 5 Khuean Srinagarindra 6 Lam Khlong Ngu 7 Phu Toei 8 Sai Yok 9 Thong Pha Phum Wildlife sanctuary 10 Mae Nam Phachi 11 Salak Phra 12 Thung Yai Naresuan West Forest park 22 Phra Thaen Dong Rang 23 Phu Muang 24 Tham Khao Noi Non-hunting area 13 Bueng Kroengkawia–Nong Nam Sap 14 Bueng Chawak 15 Khao Pratap Chang 16 Phantai Norasing 17 Somdet Phra Srinagarindra 18 Tham Khang Khao–Khao Chong Phran 19 Tham Lawa–Tham Daowadueng 20 Wat Rat Sattha Kayaram 21 Wat Tham Rakhang–Khao Phra Non
See also List of national parks of Thailand DNP - Chaloem Phrakiat Thai Prachan National Park PARO 3 (Ban Pong)
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