Petchaburi - Panoen Thung

I visited the viewpoint before:

http://tinamue.blogspot.com/2012/05/petchaburi-kaeng-krachan.html

This time I noticed some warning signs that were way off the mark.

At least during the dry and hot seasons, the road is so good that there is absolutely no need for engaging 4WD, nor is there even on the steepest ascents a need to gear down to first gear. Most ascents can be done in third gear.

On the road to Panoen Thung as well as at the viewpoint, there are plenty of spots for bird watchers to frolic and butterfly enthusiasts can also find plenty of spots to enjoy their hobby. But getting to the viewpoint cannot be considered an off-road challenge.

This time, I went on the track that continues along the top of the ridge after having passed the viewpoint. However, after roughly seven kilometers, the park authorities had blocked the road, so I didn’t reach the waterfall.