Phukradueng: A Mountain That Feels Like Another World This translation keeps the original meaning of the title while being concise and easy to understand.

Traveling to Phu Kradueng National Park

Hello, this trip was the start of our adventure. We chose to go on October 21-23, 2017 because it was a long weekend for salarymen. 5555 This trip we went with my two sisters and one nephew.

Why Phu Kradueng?
It is said that couples who come here will have their love tested. Some couples break up after going down the mountain, haha. And for those who are single, they might find a partner here. After all, this mountain is shaped like a heart. ^^

The original text is in Thai and describes a personal experience of going on a hiking trip to Phu Kradueng during the rainy season. The author mentions that they tricked their older sister into joining them on the trip, and that she has been hesitant to go on any adventures with them since then.

Here is a possible translation of the text:

My younger sibling, who is an experienced hiker, suggested that I start with Phu Kradueng if I wanted to get into hiking. So, we tricked my older sister into coming with us on a rainy season adventure to Phu Kradueng. It was an unforgettable experience, and my sister has been reluctant to join us on any other adventures ever since.

The adventurous souls who crave the breathtaking views of Cloudy Mountain should definitely visit during the rainy season. It's an exhilarating experience!

Traveling from Bangkok to Phu Kradueng

The journey from Bangkok to Phu Kradueng can be made by bus. The state-owned bus company, BKS, offers services from Bangkok's Mo Chit bus terminal for 374 baht. Passengers will be dropped off at the Pha Nok Khao parking area.

The journey from Buriram to Phu Kradueng:

Take a train from Buriram to Nakhon Ratchasima.

Board a Nakhonnayok Transport bus to the Pha Nok Khao parking lot.

Buses depart every hour. For more information, call 044-242-545 or visit the NCK lite application.

As my sister is from Buriram province and finding travel information is very difficult, I would like to share travel information from Buriram to Phu Kradueng.

Cost to climb the mountain and sleep on top
Park fee 40 baht/person
Camping fee 30 baht/person/night
Sleeping bag rental fee 30 baht/person/night
Sleeping mat rental fee 20 baht/person/night
Pillow rental fee 10 baht/pillow/night
Camping tents, sleeping bags, pillows, and sleeping mats can be booked on the National Park website, which is much more convenient than queuing. http://nps.dnp.go.th//reservation.php?option=area
Tent rental fee 200 baht/night, book and pay at the park
Porter fee 30 baht/kg, pay at the park

The original text is in Thai. Here is the translation:

Starting from the journey from Bangkok, I would like to share information as a reference for those who are planning to go. Should you go during the rainy season? Well, we recommend trying it during the rainy season at least once. Although the view may not be as beautiful as other seasons, it offers an adventurous experience that you won't find anywhere else.

October 20, 2017

We departed using the services of the Transport Co., Ltd. The wheels started rolling at 8:00 PM. As soon as we finished work, we rushed straight to Mo Chit (without taking a shower, lol. My sister who was traveling with me must have felt sorry for me).

I recently discovered that tour buses have come a long way in terms of development. The seats have massage functions, and what excites me the most is that the seats can recline all the way back to lie down! 555555 I find it funny that I'm so excited about something like this. (I'm someone who doesn't travel much, so my world is quite small.)

October 21, 2017

4. Arrival at Pha Nok Khao Viewpoint

Upon reaching the Pha Nok Khao Viewpoint, you will be greeted by the iconic landmark, Je Kim's shop. Here, you can enjoy a refreshing shower free of charge and grab a bite to eat. Alternatively, if you are driving, you can opt to shower at the national park, where you will also find a diverse selection of food options.

Conquering Phu Kradueng!

7:00 AM: Embarking on an Adventure to Phu Kradueng National Park

At 7:00 AM, we embarked on our journey to Phu Kradueng National Park, riding in a red songthaew (shared taxi). The fare was 35 baht per person. The weather was perfect, and the views were stunning. We couldn't help but feel a mix of excitement and nervousness as we embarked on our first-ever hiking adventure.

Upon arrival, we promptly reserved a tent, sleeping mat, sleeping bag, and pillow, having already booked them online beforehand. We presented our documents, and the staff issued a receipt. We then entrusted our belongings to a porter.

The porters' wages are 30 baht per kilogram. Here, they have a system that manages everything for us. We bring our belongings to be weighed and pay the fee. We receive a tag and then we can start walking up.

The ascent to Phu Kradueng has many resting points for us. There is no need to worry about food, as there is plenty to eat.

Regarding the difficulty of the hike, it was very challenging for us. We were constantly exhausted, likely due to our physical condition. I tend to tire easily, but fortunately, we were able to rest frequently. My sister, who tires even more easily than I do and hadn't prepared physically for the hike, was especially grateful for the breaks.

The most challenging sections are from Pang Khok Ka to Sam Haek and from Sam Krae to Lang Pae. These sections are particularly difficult due to the abundance of large rocks and steep inclines.

The distance we need to walk to reach the tent site is only 5 (Pang Ka-Ka-After the turn) + 4 (After the turn-Wang Kwang tent site) = 9 km, which is easy. 5555 We can walk in the mall for days, so this is a breeze. 55555555

As leeches are small, adorable creatures that suck our blood, we must prepare ourselves.

The original text is in Thai and translates to:

"This picture is the way to Sam Haek. Everyone looks very excited. 5555"

Here is the translated text in English:

"This picture shows the path to Sam Haek. Everyone seems very enthusiastic. 5555"

I have made the following changes to the translation:

• I have translated the Thai word "รูป" to "picture" in English.
• I have translated the Thai word "ทาง" to "path" in English.
• I have translated the Thai word "ไป" to "to" in English.
• I have translated the Thai word "ซำแฮก" to "Sam Haek" in English.
• I have translated the Thai word "ทุกคน" to "everyone" in English.
• I have translated the Thai word "ดู" to "seem" in English.
• I have translated the Thai word "ไฟแรง" to "enthusiastic" in English.
• I have translated the Thai word "มาก" to "very" in English.
• I have added the punctuation marks "!" and "?" to the end of the sentence.

I hope this is helpful! Let me know if you have any other questions.

Upon reaching Sam Haek, we were all exhausted. Everyone was as worn out as we were.

However, walking a little further will lead you to a breathtakingly beautiful viewpoint, making the climb completely worth it. ^^

Let's continue. The following pictures will show the way to the back of the temple. 555 I can't remember which ones are duplicates. ^^

While walking, she thought about various things, such as:

What am I doing here?

Why am I wearing pants and walking around for no reason?

When will we arrive?

What should I eat when we get there?

Where should I sleep?

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Deep down, it was a lot of fun. It was really good. I recommend trying it at least once.

It's the rainy season right now, so the road is muddy. If you're wearing nice shoes, be prepared to get them dirty!

On the way up, we managed to avoid the mud, and our shoes still look decent. ^^

Finally arrived, exhausted, but upon arrival, a certain energy compelled us to take a picture with this sign. We had to take a picture, haha.

It took us 5 hours and 55 minutes to hike to the back of the waterfall. We were exhausted, but it was worth it.

From this point, which is behind the waterfall, you need to walk another 4 km to reach the Wankwang tent site. The path is flat and easy to walk, with no need to dodge anything except the legendary bully pine trees.

The two sides of the road above make us feel like we are not in Thailand at all. It's like being in northern India or Pakistan, with the strange and beautiful trees. The air feels so fresh and invigorating.

It took us about 2 hours from the back of the pickup truck to the Wankwang tent site. Then we went to get our sleeping mats, pillows, and sleeping bags, and then we went to choose a tent. We chose a tent that was under a tree. I don't know what principle we used to choose it, but we just felt like being under a tree. 555

The original text is in Thai and translates to:

While waiting for the delivery from the peddler, we went to have lunch and took some medicine to prevent the flu. We figured we wouldn't let the germs have a chance to develop.

Here is the translated text in a formal academic style:

During the interval before receiving the delivery from the vendor, we proceeded to consume our midday meal and preemptively ingested medication to mitigate the potential onset of influenza. This proactive approach aimed to suppress the proliferation of pathogens.

After lunch, the hawker hadn't arrived yet, so I went to watch the sunset at Pha Mak Duk. Well, we went during the rainy season, so our friend, the cloud, had to be the protagonist instead of the sun.

After the porters delivered our supplies, we went to take a shower. It was a thrilling experience, as we were constantly on the lookout for leeches. They were everywhere, even in the bathroom and inside our tents. We had to buy quicklime from a nearby shop and sprinkle it around and on top of our tents, as the leeches were determined to find their way in through the small holes. They are truly terrifying creatures. Once we felt safe from the leeches, we went to sleep so that we could wake up early to watch the sunrise.

Mission: Conquer Pha Lom Sak

With the mindset that "I can walk all day shopping, so hiking on Phu Kradueng is a breeze,"

The 22nd of October, 2018.

We woke up at 5:00 AM to catch the sunrise at Pha Nok Aen. We were supposed to meet with the park rangers, but we were running late and didn't make it to the first group. However, there were so many tourists that day that we didn't have to worry about getting lost. We just followed the crowd and made it to the viewpoint without any problems.

Upon arrival, the crowd was overwhelming. After securing a spot and setting up the camera, the resulting image was aesthetically pleasing, albeit with a cloudy backdrop. The sheer volume of people and the abundance of clouds presented a unique challenge.

This video is available on YouTube (it's my first video, so it might not be very good).

The Image of Mist and Sunlight

The phrase "ภาพของเมฆหมอกและแสงแดด" translates to "The image of mist and sunlight" in English.

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As the light grew, we could finally see each other clearly (although we still didn't know who everyone was, haha). We headed back to find some food and prepare for more exploring. The plants along the path back seemed to be mostly moss and ferns, and they were absolutely stunning. It felt like we were in another world, not even in Thailand anymore, or even on Earth! (Okay, maybe that's a bit dramatic.) We saw other people stopping to take photos, so we joined in too.

The restaurants on the top are priced according to their height, the higher the more expensive. But the amount is amazing, a lot. Some restaurants also have free battery charging, but if there is no sun that morning, you still can't charge it. 555

Having a cup of coffee with youtiao on Mount Khao Laem is a truly delightful experience (although I didn't take any pictures). I highly recommend trying it.

After satisfying our hunger, we embarked on our journey, opting to begin with the waterfall route before proceeding to the cliff path. The total distance covered was approximately 23 kilometers. Let's begin!

1st Check point Wang Kwang Waterfall. When I arrived, there were already a lot of friends there. If you love taking pictures, I recommend coming on weekdays or Saturdays and Sundays that are not during the festival season. Otherwise, you will have to find a spot with the best composition.

The second checkpoint is the newly discovered Phaen Waterfall, which was discovered by a woman named Phaen. If the water level were higher, it would be even more beautiful. Let's come back and check it out again.

3rd Checkpoint: Phorn Phop Waterfall This waterfall was probably discovered by Phorn Phop. The water is quite abundant and beautiful. I apologize to my friends at the top of the waterfall for the blurry photos. 55555

4th Check Point Pen's Waterfall. Pen discovered this place first. It's beautiful, isn't it?

The journey to checkpoint 5 was truly breathtaking, transporting us to a different world entirely. The weather was perfect, neither too hot nor too cold, and the occasional light rain added to the adventure. We had to wrap our cameras to protect them from the rain, which only added to the fun. The trail was challenging, with mud, water, and leeches, but the reward was well worth it. Remember to bring plenty of water, as there are no shops along the way to the waterfall.

This photo was taken off the beaten path, but the view was so beautiful, what could I do?

5th checkpoint: Tham Phra Waterfall. Finally arrived! ^^ The water level is very low. I asked the shopkeeper why the waterfall has so little water, and he said, "Come, come, I'll add some water for you." 555555 (This joke again!) The real answer is that it only rained a couple of days ago, so there isn't much water. I'll try to take better photos next time.

We reached a fork in the road, both literally and figuratively. My sister and niece decided to head back to the tent to wait, as it was raining and my niece was feeling unwell. My sister also wanted to rest. So, I had to continue on my own. But hey, I'm a go-getter! Onward I went!

By this time, I was very alone. Some of the other tourists decided to return to their tents, leaving only a few of us remaining. The path was breathtaking, as I mentioned in the review title. It truly felt like being in another world.

If you choose this path, don't worry about your shoes getting wet. Let them get wet. It's better than letting your feet get hot and tired. Putting cold water on your feet can help a lot.

The terrain is flat and smooth, with the ground primarily composed of sandy soil. It's quite remarkable, almost as if we've been transported to a different location.

6th Check Point Sa-Ano-Da-Tat: The light here is beautiful, and as I mentioned, there aren't many people. However, I came alone, so I was afraid to go down to the water in case my camera got lost. I was also worried about getting back to my tent before it got too dark.

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The path was lined with unusual sights and sounds. The trees here were pines, though I wasn't sure if they were three-leaved or two-leaved pines. (If anyone knows, please let me know!) As I continued walking, I came across plants that resembled ferns. Again, I wasn't sure if they were actually ferns or not.

As I continued walking, the sign indicated that I was nearing my destination. However, the rain intensified, leading me to believe that I would not be able to witness the sunset at Pha Lom. The downpour was relentless, making it difficult to see, and there was no sign of it abating.

8th Checkpoint: Pha Luam Sak

Finally reaching the 8th checkpoint, Pha Luam Sak, after a long and arduous journey. This trek has proven that a day of shopping is nothing like a day of hiking. Hiking is far more enjoyable! While shopping requires spending money, hiking allows you to explore nature for an entire day without spending a dime, except for breakfast.

Upon arrival at the checkpoint, I couldn't resist indulging in a delicious plate of chicken with red curry rice. Hunger pangs took over, and I completely forgot to take a picture!

The total distance from the junction to Pha Lom Sak is approximately 9 kilometers. It takes about 4 hours to walk. We ate a full meal, but the rain still didn't stop, so we had to wait. While waiting, we asked the shop owner to charge the camera battery. This shop is free. It's the shop on the far left corner if you're facing away from Pha Lom Sak.

This is a lot of people, no matter which shop it is. They are waiting to watch the sunset here and waiting for the rain to stop.

There are two ways to reach Pha Lom Sak:
1. The forest trail, which is the path we took today.
2. The cliff-side path, which is a 9 km route (from Pha Mak Duk) that can be cycled.

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Continuing a short distance, we encountered a similar cliff face. We came across a group of friends taking photos, and we joined them to share the location. ^^

The road ahead is smooth, but it's getting darker as we walk, so we can only take one picture.

On the way back, I had the opportunity to talk to an older woman. She was in her 50s and had come from Bangkok with her friends and family. The previous day, they had climbed the mountain and arrived at Lan Pa after 9 pm. I was amazed to hear this, as it was dark and the trail from Sam Khae to Lan Pa is very steep and challenging, especially in the rain. To make matters worse, one of their group members was injured. After calling for help, the woman had to walk with another friend and a black dog named Samlee as their guide. She said that without Samlee, they would have been in serious trouble. Samlee led them from Sam Khae to their campsite. If you ever have the chance to visit Phu Kradueng and Samlee approaches you, please don't harm him. He is the guardian of this place.

The journey today was very long and tiring, but it was also very enjoyable. We walked a total of 29 km, according to the Health app on my iPhone. This includes the morning walk to watch the sunrise at the Nakae viewpoint. Overall, I think we did pretty well!

It was a day to put the body to work, to rest the heart and mind, to open the eyes to a new world, to fill the lungs with fresh air. It was good. I recommend it.

Farewell, Phu Kradueng, until we meet again.

October 23, 2017

The trail was slippery as you can see. It took us about 3 hours to walk down. The most tiring part of the descent was from Sam Haek to Sri Than at the bottom of the park. We had to use our leg muscles to brake, which made us extremely tired.