Today, we’ll take you to two off-the-beaten-path freshwater paradises that locals whisper about and lucky travelers stumble upon: Khlong Sok (คลองศก) in Khao Sok and Ban Nam Rad Watershed Forest (บ้านน้ำราด) in Khiri Rat Nikhom.
Tucked into the forest about an hour from Surat Thani city, Ban Nam Rad Watershed Forest is a glistening, hidden freshwater pool fed by natural springs and shaded by giant tropical trees. The water is startlingly clear — perfect for a mid-morning swim or just dipping your feet while listening to the birds.
