Khao Jin Lae
Also known as: Khao Chin Lae, Khao Jeen Lae
Iconic free-standing tower; sunflower fields; working temple
The climbing
What there is to climb at Khao Jin Lae, and whether a mixed-ability group can split up here.
60+ routes across five areas
Corcovado (6a+, 6 pitch); Waltz for a Lovely Wife (5+); Nok khao mai chai nok rao (6b+); Obelisk (6b)
Temple areas (Main, Kitchen, Sukhumvit), Secret Garden; easy 6s for beginners, multi-pitch for leads
20-min approach via temple stairs; 20-climber daily cap limits large groups
Rock & setting
Limestone free-standing tower; sharp rock, vegetation on upper multi-pitch
Vertical to slabby limestone tower; single-pitch sport plus multi-pitch up to 200m
Varies by wall; multi-pitch faces catch sun
Quiet local crag; capped at 20 climbers/day
Season & conditions
Nov-Feb
Nov-Jan
Lopburi sunflower fields bloom Nov-Jan below the tower
Hot/humid shoulder; monsoon; chilly Dec-Jan mornings (bring jacket)
Approach & gear
Access via Wat Pa Suwannahong temple; greet monk/nun, donate, depart before 6pm, 20 climbers/day, no temple toilet/water use. Confirm.
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
~20 min on foot via temple staircase from parking
~150 km N of Bangkok; driving best; train to Lopburi then arrange private transport (no taxis)
70m rope, 12-16 draws; multi-pitch rack and tat for descents; helmet
Noom Guest House and lodging in Lopburi town
TCDA parking; temple showers/toilets nearby (do not use inside temple)
Bolting & safety
Rebolted and developed by Thailand Climbing Development Association. Confirm.
Sharp rock, vegetated multi-pitch, complicated descents, strict temple etiquette
Not required; First Pitch Climbing Guide local; 57hours tours
Lopburi town hospital
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand crag report. Coordinates are approximate.