Not far from Cha-am’s main tourist area and beach is a quiet forest where visitors can enjoy the shade and spend time in nature. Cha-am Forest Park is located in Cha-am Subdistrict, Cha-am District, Phetchaburi Province, beside Phetkasem Road. It is approximately one kilometre from the Cha-am District Office and nearby from the coast, making it an easy addition to a day of exploring the town.
Cha-am Forest Park was established by the Royal Forest Department in 1992, initially covering approximately 233.36 rai. In 2020, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment designated 338 rai of national reserved forest as Cha-am Forest Park. The designation was published in the Royal Gazette on 9 February 2021.
The forest is suitable for visitors who want to walk, exercise, or relax in surroundings that are quieter than the beachfront. Activities include following the nature trail, exploring by bicycle or mountain bike and camping in the designated area under the park’s conditions.
A visit can be adapted to suit the time and interests of each traveller. Those looking for a gentle outing can walk along the nature trail and stop to take photographs along the way. Visitors who want some exercise can continue walking or cycle along the designated routes. Families may use the visit as an opportunity for children to learn about nature through direct observation of plants, birds and the forest environment.
There is no need to complete every activity in a single visit. Walking at a slower pace, resting in the shade and paying attention to small details in the surroundings can add a different kind of experience to a Cha-am holiday beyond swimming and relaxing on the beach.
Cha-am Forest Park is a place where children and adults can spend time together. Parents can introduce children to simple ways of caring for a forest such as disposing of waste properly, avoiding disturbance to wildlife and leaving plants untouched. Solo travellers and groups of friends can choose to walk, cycle, or rest according to their interests.
Camping is another activity associated with the park. The designated camping ground has been developed for visitors who want to stay overnight. Anyone planning to camp should contact park staff in advance to confirm opening dates, visitor limits, applicable conditions, and available facilities. These details may change according to park management and weather conditions.
Why visit Cha-am Forest Park?
The park’s main advantage is its location close to both the town and the beach while offering an atmosphere quite different from Cha-am’s seaside attractions. Visitors can stop by for a short walk or plan an overnight stay to spend more time in nature. It is suitable for families, casual walkers, cyclists and travellers looking for a camping area in Cha-am.
Before travelling, check the latest information with the park’s official page or staff, particularly regarding campsite reservations, opening hours, and activity regulations. Bring drinking water and comfortable walking shoes and take all rubbish away when leaving so that this forest near the town can remain a pleasant place for everyone.
