Timeline
16:38
Grab a drink or snack in Pai town. Since there are no specific food or drink venues listed in the context near the bridge, head into the main town area before starting your walk. Check the route to find a suitable spot.
17:04
Walk from the town center to the WWII Memorial Bridge. The bridge is located on the road to Chiang Mai, approximately 8 km from Pai. Allow enough time to reach the viewing spot.
17:08
Arrive at the Viewpoint. It is a 64-minute walk from the bridge itself, located NNW of the anchor. The bridge is to your SSE. Settle in and wait for the light to change.
18:08
Watch the sunset. On 15 January, the sun sets at 18:08 toward the WSW. The golden light begins around 17:36. Enjoy the view of the steel truss bridge against the evening sky.
18:38
End your evening by walking back towards Pai town. The bridge is on the main road, so retrace your steps to find a place for dinner or rest.
Local tip
The walk from the bridge to the viewpoint takes 64 minutes. Start your approach early to ensure you have enough time to settle in before the sun sets.
Check before you go
- Sunset times vary by season. On 15 January, sunset is at 18:08. On 15 April, it is 18:43. On 15 July, it is 19:07. On 15 October, it is 18:03.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Pai (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).