Elephant dung is used because elephants consume vast amounts of fiber-rich vegetation that does not fully break down during digestion.
The raw dung is boiled with natural plant dyes to ensure the end product is completely sanitary and odor-free.
No trees are harmed in the production of this paper, as the fibers are sourced exclusively from waste materials.
The park uses a sustainable, chemical-free production method that mimics the natural processing of fibers.
Elephant POOPOOPAPER Park is an eco-friendly, outdoor museum and workshop located in the Mae Rim district of Chiang Mai that produces sustainable paper products using elephant dung fiber. The facility demonstrates the entire paper-making process, from washing and boiling fiber to sun-drying and crafting finished journals and stationery. The park features an educational trail explaining how elephant digestion allows for the extraction of fibrous, odor-free raw materials. Visitors can participate in hands-on crafting stations to create their own handmade sheets. The location serves as both a production center and an outdoor classroom for environmental conservation. All activities are centered around the cycle of waste-to-product manufacturing. The site is maintained as a landscaped garden area with various interpretive stations. It is a family-oriented attraction that emphasizes sustainable practices and waste management.
The interactive stations where you can see the fiber being spread and dried under the sun.
Wear light, breathable clothing as the outdoor stations are in direct sunlight with limited shade.
Participate in the hands-on workshops early in your visit to allow your custom-made paper items time to dry.
Check the on-site boutique for unique souvenirs not found in standard Chiang Mai markets.
Avoid arriving without adequate sun protection like hats or sunscreen, as most of the facility is exposed to the elements.
