Pha Chor Canyon
Pha Chor - an eroded "grand canyon" of sandstone pillars a short walk from the car park
The route
The line through Chiang Mai (Mae Wang), Thailand - waypoints, elevation and the day-by-day shape of the walk.
Season & conditions
Nov-Feb (cool season; hot otherwise)
Extreme heat and sun, no shade
Open year-round; very hot and exposed - go early; can close in heavy rain. Confirm.
On the trail
Eroded sandstone pillars and canyon paths
Non-technical walking/hiking; confirm any exposed or scrambly sections locally
Marked/waymarked route; navigation generally straightforward - carry a map and confirm locally
Accessible to most walkers and families; not fully wheelchair accessible - confirm
Confirm typical crowd levels
Short viewpoint loop
Getting there & staying
Mae Wang, from Chiang Mai
Out-and-back/loop - no shuttle needed
Day route - none needed
Day-hike kit, water, sun/rain protection, sturdy footwear; coverage varies
Services in Chiang Mai; limited or none on the trail
Not required; self-guided
Permits & safety
National-park fee
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Heat, loose eroded ground, no shade
Retrace the route to exit; dial local emergency services; carry a means of calling for help where remote
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand trail report. Coordinates are approximate.