Pran Buri Forest Park
A compact coastal mangrove reserve with a roughly one-kilometre raised boardwalk winding through the trees, plus a viewing tower, popular for quiet walks and birdlife.
- Category
- National Parks
- Entrance fee
- Free (donation box). As of 2026, confirm locally.
- Hours
- Daily, roughly 08:00-18:00. Confirm locally.
- Best time
- Early morning or late afternoon for cooler air and best birdwatching.
- Time needed
- 1 to 1.5 hours
- Difficulty
- Easy (flat boardwalk)
About Pran Buri Forest Park
This compact coastal mangrove reserve is an underrated, peaceful nature escape away from the crowds. A raised boardwalk of roughly a kilometre winds through the trees, and a viewing tower lets you see out over the mangroves, all on flat and easy terrain that anyone can manage.
It is a genuine change of pace from the beaches and markets, and because it stays quiet it is a good spot for a calm walk and some birdwatching. It does not need much time, so it slots neatly into a morning or late afternoon.
Bring insect repellent, because mangroves and mosquitoes go together. Early morning or late afternoon gives you cooler air and the best birdlife.
Highlights
- Raised boardwalk winding through the mangroves
- A viewing tower over the reserve
- Flat, easy terrain for anyone
- Quiet, underrated spot for birdwatching
Tips
- Bring insect repellent, it is mangrove country
- Come early morning or late afternoon for cooler air and birds
- Free to enter, just a donation box
- Arrange your own transport, public options are limited
How to get there
About 25 km south of Hua Hin near Pak Nam Pran (~30-40 min). Private car, taxi or Grab recommended; limited public transport.