Coordinates: 14.13,121.2
Mount Makiling (also known as Mount Maquiling), is an inactive stratovolcano located in the provinces of Laguna and Batangas on the island of Luzon, Philippines. The mountain rises to an elevation of 1,090 m (3,580 ft) above mean sea level and is the highest feature of the Laguna Volcanic Field. The volcano has no recorded historic eruption but volcanism is still evident through geothermal features like mud spring and hot springs. South of the mountain is the Makiling-Banahaw Geothermal Plant. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) classifies the volcano as "Inactive".
Mount Makiling is a state-owned forest reserve administered by the University of the Philippines Los Baños. Prior to its transfer to the university, the mountain was the first national park of the Philippines. Mount Makiling National Park was established on February 23, 1933, by Proclamation No. 552. However, it was decommissioned as a national park on June 20, 1963, by Republic Act no. 3523 when it was transferred to the university for use in forestry education and information.
The mountain is sacred to many pilgrims and is widely believed to be the home of an anito named Maria Makiling. It is one of the most known bundok dambanas in Calabarzon. It was declared as an ASEAN Heritage Park in 2013, with the title of "Mount Makiling Forest Reserve". Wikipedia
By elavation Mt. Makiling is
- #1 out of 1 in LOS BAÑOS
- #2 out of 7 in LAGUNA
- #5 out of 40 in REGION IV-A (CALABARZON)
- #53 out of 111 in LUZON
- #75 out of 144 in the Philippines
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The hike takes you through the rugged terrain and untamed rainforests of the famous Maria Makiling, all within a day and in close proximity to Manila.
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Planning to hike Mt Makiling : r/PHikingAndBackpacking
Feb 5, 2025 ... I'm planning to hike Mt Makiling on the last week of February. To those who have already climbed, did you just join a group or did you do it DIY?
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May 13, 2019 ... I was somehow feeling a bit tired at this time because, according to my Strava record, we have already covered 10 kilometers. Mt. Makiling, ...
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Mt Makiling via UPLB trail | CEF'S NATURE ADVENTURE
Mar 17, 2014 ... The trail is well established starting from Registration area up to Peak 2, just follow the open path. Be familiar with the station signage marker at the trees.
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Feb 9, 2025 ... 1-2 days / 5-8 hours. Specs: Major climb, Difficulty 5/9, Trail class 3 with roped segments. Features: Roped segments, rocky face, limatik, rattan, tropical ...
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Mt. Makiling (MAKTRAV) : My First Major Climb
Jun 23, 2018 ... It has the height of 1, 090+ MASL and trail difficulty of 5/9. I heard so many things about Mt. Makiling when I was ...
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Hiking Mt. Makiling: A Spectacular Adventure in the Philippines
Aug 6, 2023 ... The Mt. Makiling trail may sound intimidating but it is an ideal starting point for aspiring adventurers. With a total of 20km of trail, ...
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Mt. Makiling Traverse Dayhike Guide
Aug 16, 2022 ... The hike to the summit will last 5 to 6 hours at a moderate pace and with enough rest. The total hours to and from the summit could take up to ...
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Mt. Makiling is a hiking and biking paradise, complemented by a lush forest, giant trees, unspoiled and clean natural spring water, awesome rock formation, and ...
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Makiling Hike: Flatrocks and Mud Spring | Backpacker's Escapades
Apr 18, 2009 ... ... trip there. Trail up Mt Makiling. We reached the start of the trail up the mountain after we passed by the College of ...
