Bach Ma National Park
A cool mountain park inland from central Vietnam's coast, with forest trails, waterfalls, a summit viewpoint and remnants of a French hill station.
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Bach Ma National Park is a mountain forest reserve in Thua Thien Hue province, central Vietnam, a drive inland from the coast. Its cooler air is the main draw after the heat of the lowlands. Trails wind through the forest to waterfalls and a viewpoint near the summit. The area was developed by the French as a hill station, and traces of that period still stand among the trees. It suits hikers and slow walkers who want a cooler day between beach stops.
Day trips from Hue, Da Nang or Hoi An are one option, and an overnight stay leaves time for the longer walks. Rain shapes any plan here. Bach Ma is one of the rainiest areas in Vietnam, so trails can be slick and waterfall flow changes from season to season. Check the forecast the day before, and pack grippy shoes and a rain layer even when the sky looks clear.
Bach Ma National Park in five
- Check the park is open before you goBach Ma National Park announced it reopened to visitors from 1 January 2026. Confirm the trails and services you want with the park office on the day, since conditions can change.
- Start with the Hai Vong Dai viewpointA paved granite path of about 800 m leads from the old villa to a viewpoint at roughly 1,430 m. It is the easiest route on offer, with views over forest, sea and lagoon on a clear day.
- Add Do Quyen or Ngu Ho for waterDo Quyen is a trail of about 1.5 km, around 30 minutes, to the top of a waterfall over 300 m high. Ngu Ho is a similar walk to five lakes and falls, with swimming possible in the upper pools.
- Pack warm layers and shoes with gripThe park's visitor notice asks guests to book services ahead, bring warm clothing and low-soled shoes, and not litter. It also bars motorbikes and vehicles over 16 seats from the summit road, so check at the gate.
- Treat it as a long day tripThe park sits in the Hue area, but it is also reached from Da Nang or Hoi An by road. Start early to be at the viewpoint before cloud builds, and avoid it after heavy rain.Central Vietnam travel guide
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Need to know
- Entrance
- Paid at the park; prices vary by service, so ask the office
- Permits
- None listed for the main trails; check bus and vehicle limits
- Season
- Reopened 1 Jan 2026; wettest from about Sep to Dec
- Nearest town
- Phu Loc, in the Hue area; Lang Co on the coast
- Getting there
- Road from Hue, Da Nang or Hoi An, then a paved summit road
Weather by month
- Rainy days
- Days with storms
- Best
- Good
- Poor
- JanuaryRain17 rainy daysHigh24°Low19°Cool, drizzleJanuaryRain
Best
- High
- 24°
- Low
- 19°
- Precipitation
- 161 mm
- Rainy days
- 17
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cool, drizzle
- FebruaryRain13 rainy daysHigh25°Low19°Cool, dampFebruaryRain
Best
- High
- 25°
- Low
- 19°
- Precipitation
- 117 mm
- Rainy days
- 13
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cool, damp
- MarchPartly cloudy12 rainy daysHigh29°Low21°Mild, drierMarchPartly cloudy
Best
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 21°
- Precipitation
- 94 mm
- Rainy days
- 12
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild, drier
- AprilPartly cloudy11 rainy daysHigh31°Low24°Warm, dryAprilPartly cloudy
Good
- High
- 31°
- Low
- 24°
- Precipitation
- 109 mm
- Rainy days
- 11
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm, dry
- MayRain20 rainy daysHigh33°Low25°Hot, dryMayRain
Poor
- High
- 33°
- Low
- 25°
- Precipitation
- 223 mm
- Rainy days
- 20
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, dry
- JuneRain19 rainy days1 day with stormsHigh34°Low26°HotJuneRain
Poor
- High
- 34°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 178 mm
- Rainy days
- 19
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 1
Hot
- JulyRain19 rainy days1 day with stormsHigh33°Low26°HotJulyRain
Poor
- High
- 33°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 220 mm
- Rainy days
- 19
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 1
Hot
- AugustRain20 rainy days1 day with stormsHigh33°Low26°HotAugustRain
Poor
- High
- 33°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 222 mm
- Rainy days
- 20
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 1
Hot
- SeptemberRain25 rainy days1 day with stormsHigh31°Low24°Rains startSeptemberRain
Poor
- High
- 31°
- Low
- 24°
- Precipitation
- 385 mm
- Rainy days
- 25
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 1
Rains start
- OctoberRain26 rainy daysHigh28°Low23°Heavy rainOctoberRain
Poor
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 23°
- Precipitation
- 750 mm
- Rainy days
- 26
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Heavy rain
- NovemberRain24 rainy daysHigh26°Low22°Heavy rainNovemberRain
Poor
- High
- 26°
- Low
- 22°
- Precipitation
- 543 mm
- Rainy days
- 24
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Heavy rain
- DecemberRain24 rainy daysHigh23°Low20°Cold, wetDecemberRain
Poor
- High
- 23°
- Low
- 20°
- Precipitation
- 407 mm
- Rainy days
- 24
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cold, wet
Average daily high and low in Hue (lowlands), 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.
Right now in Bach Ma National Park
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- 28°
- Humidity
- 91%
- Wind
- 7 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 100%
Bach Ma National Park
04:58 AM
Tuesday, November 3
- Today28°21°100%Tuesday: Rain. High 28°, Low 21°. Chance of rain 100%.
- Wed29°21°84%Wednesday: Drizzle. High 29°, Low 21°. Chance of rain 84%.
- Thu30°21°47%Thursday: Drizzle. High 30°, Low 21°. Chance of rain 47%.
- Fri29°21°57%Friday: Drizzle. High 29°, Low 21°. Chance of rain 57%.
- Sat28°21°67%Saturday: Drizzle. High 28°, Low 21°. Chance of rain 67%.
- Sun28°19°69%Sunday: Drizzle. High 28°, Low 19°. Chance of rain 69%.
- Mon23°19°100%Monday: Thunderstorms. High 23°, Low 19°. Chance of rain 100%.
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Money
Mid-market rate1 USD = 25,787 VND
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Day trips by train
- Hai Vong Dai viewpointabout 800 m walk from the old villaThe easiest trail, ending at a viewpoint around 1,430 m.
- Do Quyen waterfallabout 30 min on footA trail of about 1.5 km to the top of a waterfall over 300 m high.
- Ngu Ho five lakesabout 30 min on footA short walk to a chain of lakes and small falls, with swimming in the upper pools.
Before you go to Bach Ma National Park
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Plan around Bach Ma National Park
Hue, Hoi An, Da Nang and the coast road
Read the guideDa Nang travel guideThe nearest big airport
Read the guideHoi An travel guideA lantern town for the other days
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Read the guideBach Ma National Park FAQ
Is Bach Ma National Park open?
The park announced it reopened to visitors on 1 January 2026. Confirm opening, trails and any vehicle limits with the park office before you travel, since weather and works can close parts of the road.
Is Bach Ma worth visiting?
Yes, if you want a cool, green day away from the coast and can pick a dry spell. Short trails to a viewpoint and waterfalls suit most fitness levels. Skip it on a wet forecast, when cloud hides the views.
How do you get to Bach Ma from Da Nang or Hue?
By road, either on a day tour or by hired car with a driver. Ask the driver about the summit road and vehicle limits, and set out early so you reach the viewpoint before cloud forms.
What should you wear at Bach Ma?
Layers, because the summit is much cooler than the coast, plus shoes with good grip and a rain jacket. Bring water and snacks, and carry out your rubbish.
What is the best time to visit Bach Ma?
February to June is the usual dry window on the central coast. September to December is very wet, with heavy rain on the mountain, and the trails can be slippery.