The waterfall is located at an elevation of approximately 700 meters above sea level.
The name 'Jokkradin' translates to 'the place where the garden is broken', referencing the surrounding terrain's rugged appearance.
The waterfall is situated near the border of Thailand and Myanmar, approximately 4 kilometers from the Pilok border checkpoint.
The site remains one of the few locations in the park where the original rainforest canopy remains largely untouched by former mining infrastructure.
The water basin is deep enough for swimming, but the floor is characterized by submerged large boulders requiring caution.
The surrounding Thong Pha Phum National Park area is a habitat for diverse wildlife, including barking deer and various species of hornbills.
Jokkradin Waterfall is a multi-tiered cascade located within the Thong Pha Phum National Park in Kanchanaburi. The waterfall drops approximately 30 meters into a large, turquoise swimming basin surrounded by sheer rock walls and dense tropical vegetation. It is fed by the Huai Pa Kao stream, which originates from the nearby Pilok mountains. Visitors access the falls via a short, well-maintained walking trail that leads from the national park entrance to the basin. The water temperature remains cool throughout the year, providing a sharp contrast to the surrounding humid climate. The site is part of a remote mountain region historically significant for tin mining operations. The waterfall’s flow is perennial, though volume increases significantly during the monsoon season. Rock formations surrounding the basin are composed of metamorphic minerals common to the Tenasserim Hills. The swimming area is designated for recreational use, though swimming is occasionally restricted during extreme rainfall for safety.
The elevated wooden viewing platform provides a direct, unobstructed frame of the main cascade and the basin.
Wear water shoes to navigate the slippery, uneven boulders at the bottom of the basin.
Bring a waterproof bag for electronics, as the spray from the falls is significant even from the viewing platform.
Visit during the early morning to avoid peak crowd density from day-trippers visiting Pilok Village.
Avoid visiting during the peak of the monsoon season if local authorities issue flash flood warnings, as the basin area is susceptible to sudden water level rises.
Occasionally closed during the monsoon season due to safety concerns regarding sudden flash floods; check with the Thong Pha Phum National Park headquarters before traveling.
Use designated changing areas rather than public spaces; refrain from using soap or shampoo in the waterfall basin.
