[1] The presence of limestone formations adds another layer of complexity to the terrain, creating caves and cliffs that provide shelter for various species.

[2] The presence of the mountains and extensive forest cover influences the local climate, resulting in variations in temperature and rainfall within the park itself.

[1][4] Mae Ping National Park in Northern Thailand offers a diverse array of attractions for nature enthusiasts.

Following the resolution, the Chiang Mai Regional Forest Office commissioned Mr. Chaliao Nimnuan to conduct an initial survey.

Subsequently, in 1979, the National Park Division of the Royal Forest Department tasked Mr. Sampan Midewan, another Forestry Officer, to thoroughly investigate the area.

[1] His survey, completed in June 1980, underscored the region's rich biodiversity, scenic beauty, and unique natural formations, concluding that it met the criteria for a national park designation.

[1] This expansion aimed to strengthen conservation efforts by curbing deforestation, preventing illegal hunting, and ensuring the sustainable management of the park's natural resources.

The decision to expand the park's boundaries highlights the ongoing commitment to safeguarding the region's biodiversity and ecological integrity.

Mae Ping National Park is a great place for birdwatching because it provides access to mature dry dipterocarp forest,[4] a habitat that is not common among Thailand's main bird-watching locations.

[3] For instance, locals often set fire to the forest floor, believing it enhances mushroom growth, a practice deemed detrimental by experts and unsupported by scientific evidence.

[3] Additionally, the common practice of burning fields after harvest to clear weeds and debris further escalates the risk of uncontrolled fires.

[3] These mushrooms thrive on dead leaves, offering a natural way to reduce fuel while generating income for local communities, thereby lessening their dependence on fire-dependent foraging.