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WARNING ⚠️ You can ride up hill BUT Park Rangers do not want cyclists to ride down hill. Possible 1000Baht fine! I took the risk because it's a very long walk to leave the park. (You could try and hitch a lift). However, I made sure that I dismounted and walked with my bicycle around the various check points manned by park rangers.

Wat Pha Lat is located on Doi Suthep, or rather halfway between the base of the mountain and Wat Phra That Doi Suthep. It is often visited as a stop on hikes along the Monk's Trail, a path that leads to the summit of the mountain.

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If downhill riding is prohibited, how do you get down? Any experiences? Or is it possible to ride down without any problems?

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Considering I cycle with bags in front and back this ride was a huge challenge. Some parts up to 15% slope. Not much traffic and there are some places through the national park where you can eat and drink.

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If it’s hot, leave early in the morning! (It wasn’t when I went up recently!)

Great view of the islands and the jungle

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Open for cyclist 7-8 am

Good coffee and cakes

Breakfast

In December 2024 cycling up and down was not forbidden, the checkpoint even did not take any notice from us

In December 2024 we cycled up and down the summit without problem

It’s a different view up there once you get out of the forest, and the lake is quite welcoming. All in all, the ride to the top is not that bad, 1200 d+ in total, but not in one big chunk, which make it bearable. A very fun ride, especially on the way back ! 🤟🏼👍🤘

Beautiful viewpoint and fun to drive up to there.

Even if it is an old temple - please remember to dress appropriately.

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A really beautiful temple complex. Unfortunately, many tourists fail to dress appropriately. Please wear clothes that cover your knees and shoulders - or alternatively, take a sarong that you can tie around yourself on the way through the temple. You wouldn't go to church in a bikini at home.

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Be prepared...... Drink lots, eat lots. Get a good shuttle driver. It's the law now.

Relatively long wall with graffiti

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No downhill cycling allowed on all roads in the park

You Cycle up but not down, it's not allowed anymore. The law changed in late 2022.

Authentic, typically Thai, pleasant, friendly, clean 👍👍

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