Hills to CM West

The forested hills on the city's western edge: Doi Suthep–Pui, the Samoeng road and Ban Pong, and the Hang Dong hills around Ob Khan. Close enough for a half-day out.

Hills to CM West covers the forested ridges on Chiang Mai's western edge, close enough for a morning or afternoon out. It runs from Doi Suthep–Pui National Park, with its temple, waterfalls and cooler air, along the Samoeng road through Ban Pong, and south through the Hang Dong hills around Ob Khan. Expect farm cafés, short nature trails, river spots and craft studios set among the trees. Most places sit thirty to forty-five minutes' drive from the Old City, and roads climb and wind, so allow extra time with car-sick children. Weekends are busier, and some trails are muddy in the rainy season. Zone lines are an approximate family guide, not official district boundaries, so check each listing's map before you set off.

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Activity results

3 current listings

Elefin Farm & Cafe

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Right age?
3–17 years (suggested)Check with venue
What does it cost?
Food + animal feedCheck with venue
Where?
Samoeng road & Ban PongChecked by editor 10 November 2026
Hills to CM WestChecked by editor 10 November 2026
How far?
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Is it open?
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OK in rain?
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OK in haze?
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Setting
outdoorSuggested, not yet checked
Good for
nature, family mealSuggested, not yet checked
Time to allow
1–2 hoursSuggested, not yet checked

Hillside café with views and opportunities to feed elephants.Check with venue

Consider it as part of a Ban Pong excursion.Check with venue

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Ob Khan Nature Trail

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Right age?
6–17 years (suggested)Check with venue
What does it cost?
Park admissionCheck with venue
Where?
Hang Dong hills & Ob KhanChecked by editor 10 November 2026
Hills to CM WestChecked by editor 10 November 2026
How far?
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Is it open?
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OK in rain?
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OK in haze?
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Setting
outdoorSuggested, not yet checked
Good for
natureSuggested, not yet checked
Time to allow
2–4 hoursSuggested, not yet checked

Riverside walking route in the Ob Khan area.Check with venue

Seasonal closures or smoke can affect visits.Check with venue

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YuuBaan Studio

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Right age?
2–10 years (suggested)Check with venue
What does it cost?
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Original prototype cost text: Price to check

Where?
Hang Dong hills & Ob KhanChecked by editor 10 November 2026
Hills to CM WestChecked by editor 10 November 2026
How far?
Check with venue
Is it open?
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OK in rain?
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OK in haze?
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Setting
outdoorSuggested, not yet checked
Good for
active play, nature, toddlersSuggested, not yet checked
Time to allow
2–4 hoursSuggested, not yet checked

Nature playground with trampolines, sand and small water play.Check with venue

Check opening days.Check with venue

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