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Trekking to the highest peak of Koh Chang island

Koh Chang has something to offer for everyone. If you like to break a sweat during your beach stay, doing a trekking is very much worth it. Read all about trekking to the highest peak of Koh Chang here.

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Hiking Khao Ngon Nak – The most epic viewpoint in Krabi

Khao Ngon Nak trail is truly amazing, I consider it as one of the most spectacular viewpoints in all of Thailand, maybe even Southeast-Asia. Make sure to check it out on your next trip to Krabi.

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Running in Chiang Mai: the best places to stretch your legs

These are some of the tops spots for running in Chiang Mai. Throughout the years living here I have been to many places and found some real gems. If you are coming to Chiang Mai and like running, make sure to read this!

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Hiking Doi Luang Chiang Dao: a complete guide

A great idea for the cool season When the cool season starts in Thailand, many people make their way for the mountains. If you want…

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Talk about a Sunday morning well spent! ​Today's g Talk about a Sunday morning well spent! ​Today's group run was dedicated to beginners and our mini-trail runners. Seeing the kids tackle the trails with so much enthusiasm and confidence was awesome to say the least! It wasn't always easy, but everyone soldiered on to the finish line (and the kids had plenty of energy left for more playing around 😆). Proud of all the kids and the parents who joined the fun today, you guys rocked it! 🤩🙌💚 #cnxtrailrunning #chiangmaitrailtribe #runwithkids #grouprun #วิ่งเทรลเชียงใหม่
The perfect intro for anyone who wants to get a fe The perfect intro for anyone who wants to get a feel for trail running, or for families who want to go out on an easy run (and hike) in nature together. Meeting at 07.30am at Chamcha @ Doi Kham The route is only 4.3km, and we will take it easy. For this trail adventure, we will start with hiking/running up to Crying Dog Waterfall. We can take a short breather and take in some views at the waterfall, before we get onto the downhill. We'll take it easy throughout, and will be sharing tips for beginners. just bring some water and/or snacks, shoes with grip that can get dirty, and your sense of adventure! The trail is short but not super easy, so prepare to be challenged. But one thing is sure, it will be fun! As we are in the rainy season, be aware that you can get muddy and wet. Make sure to bring some water and snacks to keep the energy levels high! This event is informal and free, you are responsible for yourself and your kids. #cnxtrailrunning #cnxtrailrunning #starttotrail #runningwithkids
Last weekend felt like the "real" start of Thailan Last weekend felt like the "real" start of Thailand's trail running season. And the Tribe did amazing! 🤩 Lots of trophies and podium spots at @myhometrail_th , @cm6.run Navitrail But most importantly, lots of fun on our beautiful northern trails. Looking forward to keep the momentum going with you all! Who's got some cool pics of last weekend? Drop them in the comments 👇 #cnxtrailrunning #วิ่งเทรลเชียงใหม่ #raceweekend #chiangmaitrailtribe
No group run this weekend, but with a good reason: No group run this weekend, but with a good reason: much of the Tribe will be racing 🏁 The absolute best of luck to all the runners toeing the starting lines at @myhometrail_th and @cm6.run Navitrail 💪 Dig deep, find your flow, and most importantly, enjoy the trails out there! #myhometrail #navitrail #cnxtrailrunning #raceweekend #วิ่งเทรลเชียงใหม่
The trails around Huay Jo never disappoint! It was The trails around Huay Jo never disappoint! It was a true pleasure sharing them with this small but wholesome group of people. We pushed it good! 😎 ​#weekendrun #grouprun #cnxtrailtribe #cnxtrailrunning #วิ่งเทรลเชียงใหม่
Lakeside views and forest singletrack are on the m Lakeside views and forest singletrack are on the menu for this weekend! 🌲💦 This weekend's run is taking us out to the beautiful Huay Jo Reservoir. We’re meeting right by the lake for an early start to beat the heat, heading into the rolling Mae Jo hills. It’s a stunning area to run, with a mix of scenic water backdrops and great forest trails. Like always, the vibes are relaxed and stress-free, it’s absolutely not a competition, and the pace will be nice and easy. That said, because of the distance and the elevation we'll be covering, this isn't a "try out trail running for the first time" kind of day. While everyone is welcome, you’ll definitely want some trail experience under your belt for this route. As always, this is a completely free and informal community run, which means you are entirely responsible for your own safety, navigation, and hydration out there. 📍 The Quick Stats When: This Saturday | Start at 6:30 AM Where: Huay Jo Reservoir (Check the link in bio for all the details Distance: ~15km The Route: Head over to our website (cnxtrailrunning.info) to check out the Mae Jo Hills Forest Trail post and get a feel for the terrain! Who’s ready for some lakeside miles? Drop a ⛰️ in the comments if you're joining!
Another run in the books with some amazing people. Another run in the books with some amazing people. Thanks for coming out. No better way to start the weekend! 🙌 😎💚 #cnxtrailrunning #grouprun #chiangmaitrailtribe #วิ่งเทรลเชียงใหม่ #cnxtrailtribe
With the legs recovered from last weekend, it's ti With the legs recovered from last weekend, it's time to prepare for the next one 😎 Next Saturday we're heading out to the backcountry behind @grandcanyonwaterpark for a nice group run on rolling terrain. ​Check the Linktree in the bio for all info! Let's get those legs moving 🏃🏻‍♂️ #cnxtrailrunning #cnxtrailtribe #grouprun #socialrun #วิ่งเทรลเชียงใหม่
Great workout today with the Chiang Mai Trail Trib Great workout today with the Chiang Mai Trail Tribe. Let's hope we're gonna be golden 😅 💪 #chiangmaitrailtribe #cnxtrailrunning #grouprun #วิ่งเทรลเชียงใหม่
Another group run coming up, and this Saturday it' Another group run coming up, and this Saturday it's a workout-style event: up the road towards Doi Suthep, and down the Monk's Trail back to the starting point. We’re starting things off with a warmup jog through the CMU campus to get the blood flowing before we tackle the main challenge: the steady grind up the Doi Suthep road. This is the ultimate workout for building that uphill running power. Embrace the burn on the way up and try not to stop, then let your legs flow on the fast, technical trail descent all the way back to the starting point. 📌 ​The Details ​When: Saturday, 16 May @ 6:30 AM ​Where: Start/Finish at Basecamp Trail Hub ​Distance: 18.2km ​Vert: ~640m Gain/Loss ​Since this route is a bit longer and more challenging, it's not for beginners. As this is an informal community workout, everyone will be hitting the climb and the trails at their own pace. Make sure you’re comfortable with the route and remember that you are responsible for your own safety and hydration out there! ​Once the loop is done, we’ll be hanging out for a well-earned coffee at Basecamp. Who’s ready to chase some vert? 🙋‍♂️ Link in the Bio! #grouprun #cnxtrailrunning #weekendrunning #chiangmairunning #chiangmaitrailtribe
Great to be out with the Tribe again, seeing famil Great to be out with the Tribe again, seeing familiar faces as well as new ones! Great effort everyone, see y'all next week! 💚 #cnxtrailrunning #grouprun #chiangmaitrailtribe #วิ่งเทรลเชียงใหม่
​The air is clear, the legs are itchy, and we are ​The air is clear, the legs are itchy, and we are officially back! To celebrate the end of the smoky season, we’re hosting our first group run to get the community back together. We’ve picked a "best of both worlds" route to help everyone ease back into the rhythm, mixing smooth road sections to find your lungs and technical trail bits to wake up those ankles. ​Whether you’ve been training on a treadmill or hibernating for two months, this is the perfect low-pressure restart. ​Check the Linktree in the bio for all info! Let's go kick up some dust! #cnxtrailrunning #cnxtrailtribe #grouprun #socialrun #วิ่งเทรลเชียงใหม่
​Spotted: New Chiang Mai Trail Tribe in the wild! ​Spotted: New Chiang Mai Trail Tribe in the wild! 🔭🥸 ​The wait is officially over as the full order has landed, and the shirts looks even better in person! If you placed an order, it’s time to claim yours ​📩 Send us a message or comment below so we can coordinate. Let’s get these out on the trails! ​#cnxtrailrunning #chiangmaitrailtribe #chiangmaitrailrunning #runninggear #trailcommunity
Get ready to sweat and reset! 🌶️❄️ Join us this Sa Get ready to sweat and reset! 🌶️❄️ Join us this Saturday for a "spicy" trail loop followed by the ultimate recovery session with @cognitive_fitness_coach ​The Plan: 🏃 09:00: 8km steady-paced run at Wat Ban Pong (~400m elevation). ☕ Post-Run: Coffee at Teng’s. 🧘 11:00: Sauna, ice baths, and magnesium plunges at @eudemoniaelements (300 THB day pass). ​Flexibility is key: Join for the full morning, just the run, or just the recovery! ​Bring: Trail shoes, hydration, swimsuit, and a change of clothes. ​📍 Meet: Wat Ban Pong 📅 Saturday, Feb 1st | 09:00 AM ​Location links in the bio! ​#chiangmaitrailrunning #TrailRunning #grouprun #hotcoldtherapy #cnxtrailrunning #cnxtrailtribe #cognitivefitnesscoach #cognitivefitness
A fun weekend of racing in the books at the @bitco A fun weekend of racing in the books at the @bitcoin_chiangmai Trail Race by Run For Freedom. Great seeing so many familiar faces of the Chiang Mai Trail Tribe at the event, and even grabbing some podium places! 💪💚 The event itself was fun, and despite being in our backyard, there were some trail sections that I hadn't been on. For a new event, it was great overall. Great atmosphere, very nice event setup, good post-race food, and a course that was a lot of fun with a lot of variation. But there is also definitely room for improvement though. Because while fun, the course had way too many bottlenecks that really weren't fun for anyone. Still, definitely keeping an eye out for future events! #chiangmairunning #trailrunning #วิ่งเทรล #chiangmaitrailrunning #วิ่งเทรลเชียงใหม่ #trailreview #bitcointrailrun #RunForFreedom
Chasing peaks and morning mist ☁️🏃🏻‍♂️🌅 Last wee Chasing peaks and morning mist ☁️🏃🏻‍♂️🌅 Last weekend, we set up camp at San Pa Kia for a night under the stars, and of course, the trails were calling. With Doi Luang Chiang Dao quietly keeping watch, we made our way out and back to another breathtaking peak. ​It’s moments like these that remind you just how small we are in nature’s vast playgrounds, and how lucky we are to run through them 💚 #chiangmairunning #trailrunning #วิ่งเทรล #chiangmaitrailrunning #วิ่งเทรลเชียงใหม่ #weekendrun #cnxtrailrunning #cnxtrailtribe
From soft forest single tracks and rolling gravel From soft forest single tracks and rolling gravel roads to those steep, technical, quad-crushing descents; Chiang Mai's trail variety is in a league of its own 🏆 We've got trails to the north in Mae Rim, lots more options south in the Hang Dong area, and some beautiful routes to the east of the city as well. And, of course, a web of trails covering our beautiful Doi Suthep mountain ⛰️ Which area or specific trail is your absolute favorite? Let us know below! 👇 P.S. Bonus points if you know where this pic was taken 😉 #cnxtrailrunning #thailandtrailrunning #cnxtrailtribe #chiangmaitrailrunning #วิ่งเทรลเชียงใหม่ #วิ่งเทรล
With Children's Day and a charity road race happen With Children's Day and a charity road race happening (we got some age group podiums!), there was no group run. Next week we're heading up in the mountains of Chiang Dao, so not sure if there will be one closer to town. But if you would be around San Pakia over the weekend, definitely reach out! 😉 #grouprun #cnxtrailrunning #weekendrunning #chiangmairunning #chiangmaitrailtribe
Let's start the year with a clear head! For the fi Let's start the year with a clear head! For the first group run of the year we're joining @cognitive_fitness_coach for a breathwork and mindfulness session before heading out on the trails. The route will be a 8km loop with about 300m of elevation. Meeting point at The Extraction Coffee at the foot of Doi Kham (Royal Flora), this is the link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/iPCDFfp24NugPbNZ7 The pace will be easy, and we won't leave anyone behind. For those wanting to hike and/or jog, there's also an option to do so. See you all on Saturday! #grouprun #cnxtrailrunning #weekendrunning #chiangmairunning #chiangmaitrailtribe #วิ่งเทรล #วิ่งเทรลเชียงใหม่
Last weekend's group run was the last one of the y Last weekend's group run was the last one of the year, and it was a blast! A great international group of runners, and the weather was absolutely perfect with some amazing views along the way. Stay tuned for more trail fun in 2026! 🇧🇪 🇧🇷 🇨🇳 🇬🇧 🇮🇱 🇰🇷 🇳🇱 🇺🇸 #grouprun #cnxtrailrunning #weekendrunning #chiangmairunning #chiangmaitrailtribe
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