Huay Tung Tao

Laze the day away

What we say:

Located around five kilometres outside of town a short way past the 700-year-old stadium, Huay Tung Tao is an artificial lake popular among Chiang Mai locals but little known by travellers.

The lake affords spectacular views of Doi Suthep, with the main activity here simply setting up a mat lakeside for a picnic and extended lounging session. Dramatic sunsets can feature sun, clouds and mountains all reflected in a breathtaking pink-orange glow on the surface of the lake.

Bring your own food and drinks or purchase them from on-site restaurants hawking mostly northern and northeastern Thai fare like som tam, laap salads, grilled chicken, sun-dried pork, hot and sour catfish curry and whole fishes. Or you could go for "dancing shrimp", so called due to the shrimp being served while still alive and moving (or dancing) on your plate. Dishes are around 40 to 180 baht. The lake is suitable for swimming and paddle boats or inner tubes can also be rented.

The park gets crowded weekends.

More details

Opening Hours: Daily from late morning until around 18:00
How to get there: Expect to pay around 400 baht for a red songthaew to take you to here and pick you up at a pre-arranged time.

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