Conservation Tourism Site Moo 16

Rating: 4.2/5 (5 votes)

Open Days: Generally daily (recommended to visit during daylight hours and avoid heavy-rain days)

Opening Hours: Recommended 06:00 – 18:00

 

Conservation Tourism Site, Moo 16 (Inthakhin Subdistrict Municipality area) is a nature spot that suits anyone who wants to “escape the city and meet a real forest” without anything overdone. People often remember this place with two simple words: “cave” and “waterfall.” That combination makes it an easy one-day trip with cool shade, stream-fed freshness, and a pace that naturally slows you down.

 

The charm of an eco-conservation site isn’t about big, flashy facilities. It’s about the “rules” that nature sets without needing many signs: respect the place and protect your own safety at the same time. The cave zone is typically a place to approach with moderation—keep your voice down, avoid harsh or intense lights if you encounter animals such as bats or other cave life, and don’t force your way into dark or slippery sections, especially without a knowledgeable local guide. A good trip should never be traded for unnecessary risk.

 

The waterfall and stream area rewards people who walk slowly. On a clear day, you’ll notice details that photos rarely capture fully: rock surfaces with a thin layer of algae, the steady rhythm of flowing water, and the scent of damp soil under the trees that makes the air feel naturally cool—no air-conditioner needed. But if there’s heavy rain or it has only just stopped raining, it’s better to postpone. Forest trails can become very slippery, and water levels can change too quickly to manage safely.

 

If you want to experience this place in a truly responsible way, bring shoes with good grip, drinking water, insect repellent, a packable rain jacket, and your own trash bag. In natural areas like this, cleanliness and care are entirely the visitor’s responsibility. In places with caves and streams, even small bits of food waste or plastic can become long-term damage that’s much harder to fix than it seems.

 

Getting There The local reference point is the Inthakhin Subdistrict Municipality Office, then continue for about 16 kilometers. It’s best to start in the morning or early afternoon so you can explore without rushing and return before dark—especially if there’s rain or if some community roads are damp and slick.

 

 

A: It is in the Inthakhin Subdistrict Municipality area, Chiang Mai. A common reference for directions is to start from the Inthakhin Subdistrict Municipality Office and continue for about 16 km.

 

A: Morning to afternoon is best for daylight, easier walking, and better safety. Avoid heavy-rain days or right after rainfall because trails can be slippery and water levels may change quickly.

 

A: Wear shoes with good grip and bring drinking water, insect repellent, a packable rain jacket, and your own trash bag. If you plan to approach the cave zone, be extra cautious and do not enter risky sections.

 

A: Yes, if you choose easier walking areas and supervise closely, especially on damp ground, rocks, and near streams or waterfalls.

 

A: Do not litter, keep noise low, do not take anything from nature, avoid risky climbing or standing on dangerous edges, and follow local community rules so the environment remains healthy.