According to the park’s management board, climbing routes to Phu Nghia, Thien Thi and Thach Ban peaks have been officially closed starting May 4 until further notice.

Speaking to VietNamNet on the afternoon of May 4, Do Thanh Hai, Director of Tam Dao National Park, said prolonged rainfall has caused landslides along several mountain paths, creating hazardous conditions for climbers.

“The park is currently reviewing and reassessing the safety levels of all routes. Trekking and summit activities will resume as soon as conditions are deemed safe,” he said.

The three-peak area of Tam Dao has long attracted trekking enthusiasts and nature lovers. However, with its steep mountainous terrain, heavy rains significantly increase the risks of slippery trails and landslides, posing direct danger to visitors.

The decision follows a recent incident on April 20, when a 19-year-old student, Nguyen Tuan Anh, lost contact while trekking Tam Dao Bac peak at an altitude of 1,592 meters.

After more than 30 hours missing in the forest, he was found at around 7 a.m. on April 21 at an elevation of approximately 600 meters above sea level.

In response to the incident, authorities in Dao Tru commune, Phu Tho province, issued a notice strictly prohibiting spontaneous activities such as entering forests, mountain climbing, swimming in streams, trekking or camping without official permission.

The temporary suspension underscores growing concerns over safety in mountainous areas, particularly during periods of unstable weather, and highlights the need for stricter management of outdoor activities.

 
Duc Hoang