Timeline
06:02
Arrive at Pai Canyon and find a safe spot on the ridge. The path is narrow and requires care, so take your time to settle in before the light changes. The steep drop-offs are real, so stay back from the edge.
07:02
Watch the sunrise. On 15 January, the sun rises at 07:02 and sets toward the WSW. The golden light begins to spill over the red ridges and pine forests around 17:36, but for the morning, the first light hitting the canyon walls is the key moment.
07:32
Walk to the Viewpoint. It is a 49-minute walk from the anchor, heading north. This spot offers a clear view of the surrounding countryside as the day fully wakes up.
Local tip
The path at Pai Canyon is extremely narrow in places. Do not attempt to scramble or go off-trail. Check the route for any temporary closures before heading up.
Check before you go
- Pai Canyon is approximately 8 km from the town center via the Chiang Mai road. Ensure you have transport arranged for the early start.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Pai (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).