Late rain on Phu Thap Boek, Phetchabun.

This thread needs fog.
At the end of the rainy season and the beginning of the cold season, let's go and have fun at
Phu Thap Berk

Phu Thap Berk is the highest peak in Phetchabun, with an altitude of approximately 1,768 meters above sea level. The weather here is cold all year round. It is home to a village of Hmong hill tribe people who migrated to live in Ban Thap Berk. We arrived here at around 9 am, found a parking space, and then walked around to explore the area (during the tourist season, there are a lot of tourists, and parking spaces are also very scarce). Judging from the condition of the ground, it seems that it has been raining every day before, because the ground is very muddy and muddy, so that it sticks to your shoes when you walk.

We first explored the top of the mountain, which is a popular camping spot for the local community. Many people camp here.

After exploring the area to our satisfaction, it was time to head to "Rai Rim Pha". We had read many positive reviews, praising the stunning views. Our plan was to camp there.

The air was thick with fog as I made my way down to the farm on the edge of the cliff. The temperature was around 16 degrees, and I couldn't help but wonder how cold it would get that night.

We slowly walked until we found the perfect spot to pitch our tent (we had to walk slowly because the ground was very slippery). Here, you can choose your own tent site. We set up our tent without having to contact the staff, as the staff of the farm will come to collect the rental fee at our tent in the evening. The price is 80 baht flat.

After setting up camp, it has been raining almost every day. The camping area is, as you can see, a muddy mess. Be careful when walking, or you will surely slip and get your butt dirty with mud.

With a comfortable place to sleep, I set out to explore the surroundings. Of course, I had to see the cabbage fields, a symbol of Phu Thap Boek.

It is very large.

Due to the recent rainfall, the panoramic view is somewhat obscured. This is to be expected during this season.

It is said that when you arrive here, you must take a picture with the red jar at the cabbage farm. I don't know why, but I took a picture anyway.

On the top of Phu Thap Boek, there are various local products for sale, including fruits, boiled carrots, roasted sweet potatoes, and grilled corn. Eating these snacks while enjoying the cool weather is a truly delightful experience.

If you're hungry, just buy something to eat. What are you waiting for?

After walking to the parking lot, our next destination is Phu Phaeng Ma. Located just beyond the entrance to Phu Thap Boek, Phu Phaeng Ma is a renowned viewpoint for sunrise, sunset, and stunning sea of mist during the rainy season and winter. Even during the day, you can witness mesmerizing clouds and mist drifting by. This captivating location invites visitors to linger and immerse themselves in the ethereal atmosphere of the swirling mist.

Phu Pha Daeng is approximately 1,775 meters above sea level. From the summit, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding areas, including the village of Nam Phiang Din, the scenic viewpoint of Phu Thap Boek, the district of Lom Kao, and the winding roads that lead up to the mountain. The drive from the base of the mountain to the viewpoint is only 300 meters and passes through the checkpoint of Phu Hin Rong Kla National Park. Visitors are required to pay an entrance fee of 40 baht for adults and 20 baht for children.

We parked our car by the roadside and walked uphill for a while before reaching Phu Pha Daeng. However, due to the rain that had fallen and was about to fall again, we couldn't see any views. The white mist covered the entire sky and air, making us feel a bit disappointed. We had to walk downcast with our camping gear.

I returned to the tent as light rain began to fall again. I decided to lie down and play with my phone in the tent while waiting for dinner time.

It stopped falling after a while.

It is often said that the sky after the rain is always beautiful, and it is true.

The sky is getting dark, and my stomach is starting to growl. Let's go find something to eat.

In this chilly weather, nothing beats a hotpot barbecue. This is the best view I've ever had while enjoying a hotpot barbecue.

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After a satisfying meal, return to your tent and prepare your clothes for a shower. The orchard by the cliff offers shower facilities for campers.

The morning had arrived, and we bounced out of our tent with surprising alertness, unlike our usual sluggish mornings before work. Upon opening the tent, we were met with a lack of the anticipated fog or rain. We decided to wait it out, assuming it would appear soon. We quickly washed our faces and brushed our teeth (right outside the tent) before settling down to wait for the fog to roll in.

As I waited, the sun emerged, greeting the day with its golden rays. The first light of dawn was breathtakingly beautiful.

As a journalist translator, I can translate the sentence from Thai to English:

As the hours passed, the fog began to roll in, albeit slowly. We wonder if there will be a large turnout today. It's not just us who are anxious; every tent is experiencing the same anticipation.

The fog was slowly rolling in, making me lose track of time. All I could think about was the anticipation of the fog finally arriving. I hoped it would be worth the sleepless night I spent enduring the cold and heavy rain.

And they came, so beautiful that I had to press the shutter repeatedly.

Truly magnificent, the real thing is even more beautiful.

As the fog appeared, everyone rushed to take pictures.

The fog is a superstar.

The wait was definitely worth it. Nature is always beautiful, and I promise to remember these stunning images forever.

Thank you to everyone who read this.

Finally, I want to say that we must conserve nature while we enjoy it, so that it can remain with us forever.