Description
Phnom Ta Bang is a named hill outing in Krang Leav, Roleabier, in the countryside around Kampong Chhnang. Provincial tourism material and local reporting distinguish it from the province’s other hill destinations.
The hill also appears in accounts of the region’s recent history. Treat any cave or quarry visit as a separate access question; a name in a history video does not establish a maintained visitor route.
Locality and place context ↗How to Get There
From Phnom Penh, travel north on National Road 5 to Kampong Chhnang by bus, minivan or car. The town is the road base for Roleabier and Teuk Phos, with separate river routes toward lake communities.
Continue toward Krang Leav, Roleabier for Phnom Ta Bang. The road journey reaches the local approach or hill base; climbing, cave and mountain sections continue on foot. A driver for the outward journey does not replace the return transport.
Road and transport context ↗Admission
A hill walk, a religious site, parking and a guided trek may have separate charges. A reliable current tariff for this destination is not published in the reviewed sources.
Things to Do
Enjoy the hill landscape from an agreed public viewpoint. If a local guide is available, ask which stories are documented history and which are oral accounts.
Locality and place context ↗What to Eat
Freshwater fish, rice-noodle soup and rice with cooked vegetables are practical meals in town. Buy drinking water and picnic supplies before continuing to the hills or lake.
Where to Stay
Stay in Kampong Chhnang town for the market, riverfront and onward day trips. A visit to a lake village does not require sleeping on a floating house.
Best Time to Visit
Start early for cooler walking and clearer planning around the return. November to February is generally more comfortable for an exposed climb; wet-season trails and cave floors can be slippery.
Before You Go
Do not use old footage to enter a cave, quarry or airport-related track. Confirm the actual walking route and return in daylight.
Videos
Watch visits and stories about this place. Older footage may show different access, facilities or river conditions.
Phnom Ta Bang in Kampong Chhnang
By Cambodia Ancient Temples
Creator footage matched to this place by title and locality. This is a recorded visit; the approach, landscape and services may have changed.
Published 2019-10-06
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Location map
Area overview: Krang Leav commune orientation
Shows the wider destination area. Entrances, parking and boat landings can be elsewhere.
Location reference ↗Krang Leav, Roleabier, Kampong Chhnang Province, Cambodia
Guide reviewed 25 October 2026. Prices and access can change.
