Klong Plu Waterfall, Koh Chang - Mu Koh Chang National Marine Park | Trat

Khlong Phlu Waterfall, Koh Chang - Mu Ko Chang National Park | Trat
Khlong Phlu Waterfall is the largest and most famous waterfall on Koh Chang. It is located within the Mu Ko Chang National Park (Park Ranger Station KCh.4, Khlong Phlu) near Khlong Phrao Beach.
General Information and Key Features
• Waterfall Structure: A three-tiered waterfall. The first tier, approximately 40 meters high, features water cascading from a cliff into a wide, deep pool where visitors can swim.
• Water Flow: Water flows year-round, but the best time to visit—when the water volume is at its peak—is from October to January.
• History: Originally known as "Khlong Phu Waterfall," it was named after "Phu Pha Mek Sawan," a nearby mountain peak. Historically, King Chulalongkorn (Rama V) visited the waterfall on two separate occasions.
Admission Fees
• Thai Nationals: Adults 40 THB / Children 20 THB
• Foreigners: Adults 200 THB / Children 100 THB
(The admission ticket is also valid for entry to Than Mayom Waterfall on the same day.)
• Opening Hours: Daily, 08:30 – 16:30.
Getting There and Nature Trail
• Location: From the Khlong Phrao Bay community Drive toward Kai Bae Beach for approximately 3 kilometers, then turn and continue for another 2 kilometers until you reach the national park ranger station.
• On foot: From the checkpoint/parking area, you will need to walk along a nature trail (a shaded forest path with rocky terrain) for about 500–600 meters, which takes approximately 15–20 minutes.
• Additional tips: It is recommended to wear footwear suitable for walking on rocks—such as sturdy sneakers with good grip—and please be careful, as the rocks can be slippery.
Admission fees for Klong Phlu Waterfall, Mu Ko Chang National Park, Trat Province, are as follows:
• Thai citizens: Adults 40 THB / Children 20 THB
• Parking fees (if parking within the national park area):
• Motorcycles: 20 THB per vehicle
• Cars: 30–40 THB per vehicle
Additional information:
• Opening hours: Open daily from 08:00 to 16:30.
• Getting there: From the parking area, it is a 500–600 meter walk to the waterfall itself
(taking approximately 15–20 minutes).