Mae Hong Son

The province of three mists and mountain mystique. Mae Hong Son offers some of Thailand's most dramatic motorcycle routes, including the legendary Mae Hong Son Loop. Remote villages, mountain temples, and endless curves make this a rider's paradise.

Top Attractions

Pai

Bohemian mountain town with waterfalls and hot springs

Mae Hong Son Loop

Iconic 600km motorcycle circuit

Tham Lod Cave

Massive limestone cave with underground river

Long Neck Karen Village

Traditional hill tribe communities

Pang Ung Lake

Serene mountain lake surrounded by pine forests

Festivals & Activities

Bua Tong Blooming (November)

Mexican sunflower fields in full bloom

Poi Sang Long Festival (March-April)

Shan Buddhist ordination ceremony

Trekking

Multi-day jungle treks through remote mountains

Rafting

White water adventures on mountain rivers

Hot Springs

Natural thermal pools in mountain settings

Routes in Mae Hong Son

Elephant Trail

Mix

From Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son, Follow the historic linkage of the two great cities in North Thailand. From Concrete to easy dual track, this is a great route for adventure bikes and CRFs.

184km • Full Day

Intermediate

Mae Hong Son Loop: Day 1

Road

Mae Hong Son Loop Day 1: From Chiang Mai to Ban Rak Thai

199km • Full Day

Beginner

Mae Hong Son Loop: Day 2

Road

From Mae Hong Son to Mae Sariang

196km • Full Day

Beginner

Mae Hong Son Loop: Day 3

Road

From Mae Sariang, the route traces through the sunflower fields, up to Doi Inthanon and then back to Chiang Mai

271km • Full Day

Beginner

The Backway to Pai

Road

The scenic road from Chiang Mai to Pai via Wat Chan.

177km • Full Day

Intermediate