San Kamphaeng

65 kms return. See map. Routes 1317 & 118. A fast 1 1/4 hrs loop from Chiang Mai. Recommended for local residents looking to escape Chiang Mai city for some fresh air and go for a quick blast. From Chiang Mai, take route 1317, the new “airport “ – Sankamphaeng super for a fast getaway.

Route 1317 is basically straight for 16 kms to the route 1006 / 1317 intersection, then gets a bit hilly and windy for 8.5 kms to the hot springs turn off. After the hot springs is a lovely tight winding 22 kms section to Pong Din and route 118 (the Chiang Mai – Chiang Rai road.) From Pong Din its 27 kms back down route 118 to Chiang Mai.

Suggested stop:  (1) The hot springs, Roong Aroon or Sankamphaeng.

Note that if you want to make the hot springs the main event of the day; recommend start from Chiang Mai on route 118, the Chiang Rai road; and stop at the hot springs / resort towards the end of your ride. But if you’re just looking for a nice quick ride, start from the “airport super”, it’s better riding this way!