Sandstone ridges
Narrow paths above the gullies.
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A striking rock formation south of Pai town, called Kong Lan locally: narrow ridges of compacted sand and clay carved by rain over thousands of years, separated by deep gullies covered in pines, with the mountains of the Pai valley on the horizon beyond. A short stair climbs from the car park to a viewing platform, and from there earth paths branch out along the ridge tops, some no more than a metre wide with sheer drops on either side and no railings at all. Walking them is a fine adventure for the sure-footed, while the platform alone is enough to take in the whole view. Entry is free and it is open all day. The most famous time is sunset, when the rock turns orange and the place fills with visitors; early morning is quieter. The finest months are November to February, with cool clear mornings; March and April are the field-burning season, when smoke fills the valley. The paths are slippery after rain and on loose sand, so wear good shoes, keep children well back from the edges, and do not walk them after dark. It is an easy fifteen minutes from Pai by scooter or taxi.
Narrow paths above the gullies.
Over rock and mountains.
The whole view with no risk.
Route 1095, about 8 km south of Pai town, Mae Hong Son province
The platform is safe; the ridge paths are narrow with no railings, so do not let children walk them.