Khao Hin Lek Fai Viewpoint
Khao Hin Lek Fai Viewpoint
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SeattleBasedVagabond
Seattle, WA130 contributions
Oct 2022
This is a great "neighborhood" viewpoint right in the middle of Hua Hin. Its 15 minutes drive from "downtown" Hua Hin.
Great views - be sure to go to trails 4, 5, 6, 2. Trail 3 is overgrown and it wasn't clear it would go anywhere interesting. We haven't yet found trail 1. Trail 2 (starts right by the "guard station" at the entrance to the parking lot) leads to an amazing view on top of a rock outcrop. Unfortunately, though, Trail 2 isn't being maintained, so there is lots of trash, overgrown branches, etc. This is surprising as nearly every day there are several women working on landscaping, raking leaves, etc around the core area of the park, especially around the main lookout ("trail" 4). They should give all the trails equal love.
There are bathrooms by the front entrance/little shop that are open. The "better" restrooms in the middle of the park were padlocked the last couple times we've visited.
Note that while there *is* a little shop & coffee spot there, the boardwalk around them is falling apart and being used to raise turkeys and the like. I've never seen anyone actually patronize those shops.
NOTE: There are MANY Monkeys here (unless they happen to all be down the hill the day you arrive). In the middle of the parking area you will find a tree under which folks have left sticks. Grab a stick both for your hike and for your return to your car. The monkeys, while generally docile, can approach you and /or sit on your car. You'll see regulars walking with sticks to ward them off.
Great views - be sure to go to trails 4, 5, 6, 2. Trail 3 is overgrown and it wasn't clear it would go anywhere interesting. We haven't yet found trail 1. Trail 2 (starts right by the "guard station" at the entrance to the parking lot) leads to an amazing view on top of a rock outcrop. Unfortunately, though, Trail 2 isn't being maintained, so there is lots of trash, overgrown branches, etc. This is surprising as nearly every day there are several women working on landscaping, raking leaves, etc around the core area of the park, especially around the main lookout ("trail" 4). They should give all the trails equal love.
There are bathrooms by the front entrance/little shop that are open. The "better" restrooms in the middle of the park were padlocked the last couple times we've visited.
Note that while there *is* a little shop & coffee spot there, the boardwalk around them is falling apart and being used to raise turkeys and the like. I've never seen anyone actually patronize those shops.
NOTE: There are MANY Monkeys here (unless they happen to all be down the hill the day you arrive). In the middle of the parking area you will find a tree under which folks have left sticks. Grab a stick both for your hike and for your return to your car. The monkeys, while generally docile, can approach you and /or sit on your car. You'll see regulars walking with sticks to ward them off.
Written 28 October 2022
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Rahmath Ali
Singapore, Singapore194 contributions
Feb 2020 • Solo
Went to this place after reading reviews.
My private driver brought me to this place and saw lots of monkeys there.
Weather was sunny and managed to see a bird's eye view of Hua Hin clearly.
Spent about 10mins and left the place.
My private driver brought me to this place and saw lots of monkeys there.
Weather was sunny and managed to see a bird's eye view of Hua Hin clearly.
Spent about 10mins and left the place.
Written 16 March 2020
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Hua Hin, Thailand36 contributions
Sept 2021
Great place for taking scenic pictures or relaxing around sundown time. The place is easily accessible and has a map at the entrance parking lot and signs pointing to the different viewpoints. I recommend three spots each offering a slightly different experience. You just have to follow the nature trails to the north and south of the mains spot - just 5 minutes walk each and you'll be rewarded with a much more secluded experience nestled in the rocks and trees.
Written 13 September 2021
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Justin Han
42 contributions
Feb 2023 • Couples
Visited the view point as part of our honeymoon photo shoot. Was brought there in the evening (on a Saturday) by our photographer.
The area was relatively quiet and dead. Only a handful of vehicles were at the carpark where only one shop was open.
A short walk will bring you to the view point where the view was great. Aside from a few other tourists, there was no one else. Makes for easy photo shots. Not many monkeys were observed at the top. Our photographer told us that apparently most of the monkeys had moved to the base of the mountain as there were no longer many people visiting the top.
Would recommend if you enjoy scenic views. Effort to reach the view point was minimal. Terrain was easy for walking and well paved.
The area was relatively quiet and dead. Only a handful of vehicles were at the carpark where only one shop was open.
A short walk will bring you to the view point where the view was great. Aside from a few other tourists, there was no one else. Makes for easy photo shots. Not many monkeys were observed at the top. Our photographer told us that apparently most of the monkeys had moved to the base of the mountain as there were no longer many people visiting the top.
Would recommend if you enjoy scenic views. Effort to reach the view point was minimal. Terrain was easy for walking and well paved.
Written 27 February 2023
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Tote919
Bangkok, Thailand5,325 contributions
May 2018 • Family
It's a hilltop where you can see the view of Hua Hin city. Recommend to visit in the early morning or late afternoon (during sunrise or sunset) as the view is nicer and the weather is not too hot.
Written 28 May 2018
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Håkon E
10 contributions
July 2018
I decided to walk up following the main road on a hot day, so wore a cap and brought plenty of water.
Reached the top in about 40 minutes from downtown. Almost nobody up there. View is good, monkeys abundant, but the experience greatly diminished by all the garbage and plastic waste lying around in the otherwise nice forest. Seeing the same thing all over Thailand unfortunately. No wonder they are among the top 5 polluters of plastic waste in the worlds oceans....
Reached the top in about 40 minutes from downtown. Almost nobody up there. View is good, monkeys abundant, but the experience greatly diminished by all the garbage and plastic waste lying around in the otherwise nice forest. Seeing the same thing all over Thailand unfortunately. No wonder they are among the top 5 polluters of plastic waste in the worlds oceans....
Written 14 July 2018
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EmergingMarketSkptc
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia327 contributions
Feb 2014 • Solo
If you don't have a motorbike, you will need to trudge up to the top of the hill from town and its a bit of a hike with monkeys along some of the roads (closer to town - I don't recall seeing any on the hill itself). There are facilities and food at the top (may not be open in the morning though) with several look out points to walk to that will give you spectacular views over different parts of the town. I went in the morning before it got too hot and the place was nearly empty. In fact, I can't remember if anyone collected an entrance fee from me at the gate.
Written 29 September 2014
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Mick A
15 contributions
Oct 2019
We took an unusual way. We rented bikes, road up part of the uphill road, locked our bikes up on a light post and walked the rest of the way. Lots of monkeys there, so watch out for your stuff. But, once you went out to the viewpoints, things were chill.
Written 17 October 2019
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C.Y. Chung
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia426 contributions
Aug 2017 • Family
A look out point for a quick photo of Hua Hin city and beaches. You will need a car or taxi to get here. Beware of your belongings as there are many monkeys around as they are fed by store owners.
Written 22 August 2017
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Angi-T
Holland82 contributions
June 2017 • Solo
I like to walk up to Khao Hin Lek Fai. It is a great walking exercise. The different viewing points are great. In general it is quiet and you can enjoy the views in piece. The only minus are the wild monkeys and, even worser, the stray dogs. They can get aggresive. But don't let this hold you back from going to view Hua Hin from above.
Written 21 July 2017
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How long is the hike up by foot? What other ways are there to reach the top? And is this place suitable to climb in the afternoon?
Written 26 August 2018
Many locals hike up the hill about 5pm when it’s not so hot. There are two routes one from the south and one from the north, the northern route has monkeys along the road at the bottom but the most popular is the southern route. Allow about 30 minutes to hike up the hill depending on your starting point. There are several places to park a car, at the top there is a car park and shop selling water and snacks. There are 3 main view points clearly marked along trails. It is a beautiful area and peaceful. Quite hilly in places but well worth the visit.
Written 26 August 2018
Подскажите пожалуйста, как добраться туда
на общественном транспорте?
Written 1 August 2017
There is no public transport but you can pick up a Tuk Tuk from Market Village or the train station. It will cost you baht 150-200.Agree the price with the driver before you go.
Written 10 December 2017
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