Huai Hong Khrai Royal Development Study Centre was established under the royal initiative on December 11, 1982 in the area of Khun Mae Kuang National Forest Reserve, Chiang Mai Province. It covers approximately 8,500 rai (1,360 hectares). H.M. King Bhumibol realized that the area which used to have abundant forests and natural resources was deteriorating. His Majesty thus ordered to have the study centre set up with objectives to conduct study research and experimentation on appropriate development methods which suited the development needs of the Northern Region, especially on the conservation of watersheds, reforestation and agricultural development.