On the way to Ban Rak Thai, you can find Pang Oung. It has been described as the most romantic destination in Thailand, it's an area of untouched beauty hidden away in the mountains of Mae Hon Son province. It has a green pine forest surrounding a large irrigation reservoir which offers superb views all year round. The atmosphere is charmingly quiet, especially during the winter mornings in the months of December to January. One of the best things to do in Pang Oung is to hang out and enjoy the lake, the trees and the clean air. The lake view, pine leaves, beautiful mountain scenes, and hazy fog in the morning are a perfect combination for those who enjoy nature and tranquillity. There are also plenty of hiking options in the area, but there are no designated paths so one would need to hire a local guide to go hiking. Pang Ung doesn't see a lot of tourists due to its remote location in the mountain area. However, if you don't like the crowd, you should avoid visiting the place on Thai's holidays. You can take a ride on a bamboo raft (150 THB) or you can also spend the night there, it's a very famous spot for camping. Small tents can be rented for 300 THB, bigger ones for 500 THB, Homestays around start from 500 THB.