Bokor Hill Station
Bokor Hill Station - a cloud-wrapped plateau of eerie abandoned French-colonial ruins, a church and a waterfall
The route
The line through Kampot (Preah Monivong NP), Cambodia - waypoints, elevation and the day-by-day shape of the walk.
Season & conditions
Nov-May (dry season)
Frequent mist and cloud, cool; humid
Best in the dry season; often cloud-wrapped and atmospheric; a road accesses the plateau. Confirm.
On the trail
A misty plateau of abandoned colonial ruins, a waterfall and jungle
Non-technical walking/hiking; confirm any exposed or scrambly sections locally
Marked/waymarked route; navigation generally straightforward - carry a map and confirm locally
Accessible to most walkers and families; not fully wheelchair accessible - confirm
A popular, well-known route - busier in peak season
The old casino/church ruins; the Popokvil waterfall
Getting there & staying
Bokor, from Kampot
Out-and-back/loop - no shuttle needed
Day route - none needed
Day-hike kit, water, sun/rain protection, sturdy footwear; coverage varies
Services in Kampot; limited or none on the trail
Not required; self-guided
Permits & safety
Preah Monivong (Bokor) NP; a road up the plateau
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Mist/low visibility, slippery ruins
Retrace the route to exit; dial local emergency services; carry a means of calling for help where remote
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand trail report. Coordinates are approximate.