Mae Kachan Hot Spring

This a great location for a quick stop between Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai. Get your feets inside the boiling waters of the hot springs and relax for a minute. There are plenty of toilets, local handcrafted shops, restaurants and a 7Eleven for your convenience.

Great Intro to Hot Springs/Onsen Experience – Fun and Relaxing Stopover If you've never visited a traditional hot spring (onsen) before, this spot gives you a perfect, low-key introduction! It's set up like a typical roadside rest area with quick bites, clean restrooms, souvenir shopping, and—best of all—natural hot springs. The highlight is definitely boiling your own eggs right in the hot spring water (a classic onsen activity—think soft-boiled "onsen tamago"). Just buy some fresh eggs from the nearby shops, lower them in (they usually provide baskets or nets as seen in the photos with sticks on the wells), and wait a bit for them to cook. Warning: The main wells/pools are extremely hot (scalding!), so don't touch or dip anything in there—stick to the designated areas. For a more relaxing experience, head to the foot-soaking spots marked with benches. You can sit comfortably, dip your feet in the warm mineral water, and unwind while your eggs cook or just enjoy the soothing vibe. It's a quick, fun, and authentic cultural stop—ideal for a break during travel. Highly recommend if you're curious about hot springs without committing to a full onsen bath!

Right off the road leading to Chiang Rai temples, there’s a cute little hot spring. Steaming in the front right by the sign and there’s a foot spa available by the shops (can dip in your feet for free!) There’s also a deserted mineral bath spa in the back - creepy but cool to walk through!