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Morning mist Nov–Feb
Paved from the south; gravel from the north
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Best time to go Fine all day little rain through the day · light drizzle possible at times
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Khao Kho Wind Farm
Khao Kho Wind Farm, Ban Phet Dam, Thung Samo, Khao Kho, Phetchabun.
- Mist and morning light
- Strong sun and wind
- Sunset behind the turbines
Morning mist Nov–Feb
- Chang Doi viewpointThe turbine fieldEvening
- Wind Turbine TerraceTurbines against the skyMorning
Gallery
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Good to know here
Gravel on the north side
Off-limits
Strong and cold
- Take the southern road
- Bring a windbreaker
- Stop at nearby strawberry farms
Adults 10 THB · Time needed 1–2 hours
Long cool-season holidays
| Entry optional | Pay as you like |
| Tram tour optional | Pay as you like |
Cash · Prices may change by season — check with the venue
- Kids Good
- Seniors Yes, by tram
- Wheelchair No data
- Pets Leashed at viewpoints
- Cafés near the farmCoffee and snacks
- Strawberry farmsSeasonal fruit
- Park in marked areas
- Do not enter operating zones
- No drones near turbines without permission
- Strong wind
- No shade
- Gravel road on the north side
Best months
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Best time · Nov–Feb for clear, cold skies
Watch out · Slippery roads in the rains · gravel on the north side
15°Jan
16°Feb
18°Mar
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17°Nov
15°Dec
Oct by the records 18–24°C · avg rain 138 mm (20 rainy days) · clear 6 days · avg PM2.5 8
The story of this place
Khao Kho wind farm is at Ban Phet Dam, Thung Samo subdistrict, Khao Kho district, Phetchabun, on a plateau about 1,050 m above sea level covering about 350 rai. It is a private power plant owned by Khao Kor Wind Power Co., Ltd. — not EGAT — which sells its power to EGAT; GE names its chairman as Chatchaval Jiaravanon, and partners include energy firms such as Demco, RATCH and Wind Energy Holding.
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It generates 60 MW from 24 GE 2.5-120 turbines of 2.5 MW each, with 120 m rotors and a hub height of 110 m, about 170 m to the blade tip, enough for some 36,000 Thai homes; some sources call the turbines about 100 m tall.
GE announced the turbine supply contract on 3 December 2015; construction in 2015–16 employed over 400 workers, and the farm began generating in August 2016. It lies in Khao Kho, a battleground between the state and the Communist Party of Thailand in 1968–82.
There are two viewpoints, Chang Doi and the Wind Turbine Terrace, opposite the Suan Son car park, and a community-run electric tram tours the farm; 2023–24 reviews give about 10 baht entry and 60 baht for the tram, so check on site. Operating zones are off-limits. There are cafés, lodging, a swing and photo spots; hours are about 06:00–18:00.
Reviewers advise approaching from the south on the better paved road; the north side turns to dirt and gravel unsuited to small cars. It is windy with no shade and very cold in winter. The best time is November to February for clear skies and morning mist. Strawberry farms and community shops are nearby.
- 1968–1982Khao Kho is a battleground with the communists
- 3 Dec 2015GE announces the turbine contract
- 2015–2016Construction with 400+ workers
- Aug 2016Begins generating
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How to get there
Paved from the south; gravel from the north
Up Khao Kho from the south · Fuel
Around the farm · About 60 baht
Approach from the south on the paved road
Suan Son car park
Khao Kho district
Fair
About 06:00–18:00
around 70 km fromPhetchabun town
Khao Kho Wind Farm
10 THB
Stays near Khao Kho Wind Farm
Approx. nightly price for 2 adults (next week) · final price depends on your dates
FAQ
Before you goKhao Kho Wind Farm
Answers travellers want before they go — a one-minute read
Who owns it?
A private company, Khao Kor Wind Power, not EGAT
How many turbines?
24, totalling 60 MW
Is there a fee?
Reviews give about 10 baht, tram 60 baht
Which road should I take?
The paved southern approach
When did it open?
Began generating in Aug 2016
Ready to go to Khao Kho Wind Farm?
Best day this week: Thursday 29 Oct · Check in when you arrive to collect a stamp