Khlong Chak Waterfall (Klong Jark)
A modest jungle waterfall with a small swimming pool at its base, reached by a forest trail that sometimes passes a bat cave; a popular low-key nature outing on the island.
- Category
- Waterfalls
- Entrance fee
- Small community/local access fee, varies (roughly 20-100 THB as of 2026); confirm locally
- Hours
- Daylight hours; confirm locally
- Best time
- Rainy season and just after (roughly Jun-Dec) for the strongest flow; can be a trickle in the dry months
- Time needed
- 2-3 hours including the walk
- Difficulty
- Moderate (jungle trail, some scrambling; can be muddy)
About Khlong Chak Waterfall (Klong Jark)
This is a low-key nature outing rather than a jaw-dropping waterfall. You park near Kantiang and walk in through the jungle to a modest falls with a small pool at the base for a cool-off. The trail sometimes passes a bat cave along the way, which adds to the mini-adventure feel.
Let me be straight with you: the flow is seasonal, and in the dry months it can be a real trickle. Time it after rain and you'll see it at its best, with actual water and a swimmable pool. Come in the dry season expecting a big cascade and you'll be disappointed.
The trailhead area is community-run and the small access fee changes, so bring a bit of cash. Wear shoes with grip because the jungle path can get muddy and involves some light scrambling.
Highlights
- Small swimming pool at the base of the falls for a cool-off
- Jungle trail that sometimes passes a bat cave
- A quiet, low-key nature walk away from the beaches
- Community-run trailhead with a local feel
Tips
- Time your visit after rain for the strongest flow; it can be a trickle when dry
- Wear shoes with grip, the jungle trail gets muddy and has some scrambling
- Bring small cash for the community access fee, which varies
- Allow 2-3 hours in total for the walk in and out
How to get there
From Saladan drive ~25 km south to the Kantiang area (~45 min by scooter), then a signed jungle trail leads inland roughly 1.5-2 km on foot to the falls