Best trails in Cát Tiên National Park
Located south of Vietnam, Cát Tiên National Park is one of Vietnam's largest parks. In the past, this area was home to the Ma people and the Stieng people but after the park's establishment, the natives were resettled to Talai village. This park has gone through a lot. During the Vietnam War, large amounts of the park were sprayed by herbicides causing many of its inhabitants to die. One section that is not yet recovered is the bamboo forest. Cát Tiên was also made famous by the discovery of the Vietnamese Javan rhinoceros which are now protected by the VN forest rangers.
Top trails
- 4.2 (40)·Moderate·5.8 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrKnown to be home to over 200 species of Siamese crocodiles, this lake is one of the best places in the park to watch wildlife in their natural habitats. At Crocodile Lake, one can expected to see many sightings of birds, snakes, primates, and more. It is recommended to go early in the day as the weather becomes hot and humid in the afternoon causing the animals to rest and hide. The trail is accessible from the park entrance by taking a shuttle to the trailhead or by bike. In addition, there...
- 4.0 (29)·Moderate·2.1 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrThe Cat Tien Gibbon Loop is designed to allow visitors to see and hear the elusive gibbons in the park, particularly the endangered southern yellow-cheeked gibbon. Visitors can listen for the gibbons' unique "great call," a series of whoops and chirps that resonate through the forest as they communicate and mark their territory. The trail is a flat path that winds through the dense tropical forest. The park's diverse ecosystem is home to over 1,600 plant species and many other animals,...
- 5.0 (11)·Moderate·3.9 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrThis trail winds through the primary and secondary tropical rainforest of the reserve, which is a protected habitat for diverse wildlife, including water buffalo, sika deer, and numerous species of monkeys and tropical birds. The trail often passes by preserved or rebuilt longhouses that showcase their traditional architecture. The Bat Cave, a natural cave used historically as shelter, and the Tà Lài Longhouse, which serves as a community ecotourism center.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Cát Tiên National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Cát Tiên National Park is Crocodile Lake, which has a 4.2 star rating from 40 reviews. This trail is 5.8 mi long with an elevation gain of 613 ft.
What is the longest trail in Cát Tiên National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Cát Tiên National Park is Crocodile Lake. This trail is estimated to be 5.8 mi long.
How many trails are in Cát Tiên National Park?
There are 3 trails in Cát Tiên National Park.These trails have an average 4.4-star ratingfrom 83 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Cát Tiên National Park?
Ta Lai Longhouse - Bat Cave Loop has the most elevation gain with 767 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Crocodile Lake, which has 613 ft of elevation gain.
