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Map Phrachan Reservoir

Pattaya  >  Thailand

Large artificial lake on the outskirts of Pattaya. The reservoir is a good option for relatively peaceful birdwatching close to Pattaya.

Añadido* por Kristina Andersson
Última actualización 9 febrero 2026

Descripción

The Map Phrachan Reservoir is a large artificial lake with lush greenery around it. The lake has lots of overgrown areas and shallow waters areas, attracting many birds. It's a good option for relatively peaceful birdwatching close to Pattaya. The reservoir is surrounded by a paved multi-use 12 km path for cycling and walking.

Birds you can see on the lake and in the surroundings include Yellow Bittern, Cotton Pygmy-Goose, Lesser Coucal, Greater Coucal, White-browed Crake, Black-winged Stilt, Bronze-winged Jacana, Pheasant-tailed Jacana, Whiskered Tern, Asian Openbill, Ashy Woodswallow, Ashy Drongo, Black Drongo, Black-browed Reed Warbler, Oriental Reed Warbler, Great Myna, Siamese Pied Starling, Brown Shrike and several species of herons, bulbuls, sunbirds and weavers.

Detalles

Accesso

The Map Phrachan Reservoir is located approximately 11 km inland from Pattaya city. Easy to reach by taxi, tuktuk or by bike. The walking/cycling route around the reservoir is 12 km. Keep in mind that it can be very hot to walk the circuit in the middle of the day, so if you decide to walk, start early. Cycling is also a good option and it is easy to rent a bike in Pattaya.

Terreno y habitat

Bosque , Humedal , Lago , Árboles y arbustos dispersos

Condiciones

Plano

Camino circular

¿Se necesita telescopio?

No

Buena época para el avistamiento de aves

Todo el año

Ruta

Camino ancho

Camino difícil de andar

Fácil

Accesible vía

A pie , Bicicleta

Escondite de observación / plataforma

No

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