Nong La Han is Chiayaphum province is purported to be Thailand's fourth biggest natural freshwater lake. The place seems in somewhat better natural conditions than other similar waters in Thailand and is full of birdlife.
GETTING THERE
Head for the town of Ban La Han in the South East of the lake and then drive along the embankment counter clockwise.
STAYING THERE
You are on your own, we have never stayed there and so cannot really recommend any hotels and there are
BIRDING HIGHLIGHTS
Driving counter clockwise along the embankment from Ban La Han, you will first pass a fish farm on your left, Osprey is commonly over this area with Brahminy kite. Look in the lillies on the main lake for ducks hiding among the Lesser Whistling and Garganey. Long tailed Shrike seem very common compared to other locations in Thailand. February 2016 saw a flock of 170 Glossy Ibis on the Eastern shores.
Be warned the road on the northern bank is treacherous with bad pot holes and you will need to get out of the car to negotiate on a number of areas are fine. This is in the cool season for water/visiting, i wouldn't attempt a wet season visit unless you really know the area.
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