The Best Hiking Trails in Cordillera Administrative Region (Philippines)

Cambulo - Pula (Batad to Barlig traverse 1/2)

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Byxtra

Distance

4.14mi

Elevation +

1588f

TrailRank

49

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I accidentally erased the recording of the first part of Batad to Barlig traverse. Anyway, the trail from Batad to the village of Cambulo is pretty straightforward and easy to follow. In Cambulo you can have a lunch and ...

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Barlig - Mt. Amuyao - Barlig

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Byxtra

Distance

7.45mi

Elevation +

4347f

TrailRank

47

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One-day hike from the township of Barlig to the summit of mighty Amuyao and back. Once you find your way through the warren of baranguay alleyways and adjacent rice paddies the trail would be pretty straightforward. Ther...

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Pula - Barlig (Batad to Barlig traverse 2/2)

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Byxtra

Distance

7.12mi

Elevation +

2333f

TrailRank

43

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The trail from Pula to Barlig runs through a heavily forested area crossing the border between Ifugao and Mountain Province. The path is sometimes obscurred by roots and foliage so be careful to not to go astray. Also pa...

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Mount Ampacao

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Jakub W

Distance

6.16mi

Elevation +

1549f

TrailRank

42

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From Sagada to Danum lake you follow the concrete road going up from the town. After a few kilometres you turn left, you pass next to the lake, the road becomes sealed. You cross a gate and shortly afterwards you take a ...

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From Sagada to Mt Kiltepan

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Jakub W

Distance

6.20mi

Elevation +

1339f

TrailRank

41

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To go to Mt Kiltepan you follow the main concrete road coming to Sagada, and after around 3 kilometres (just before a petrol station) you turn left to a sealed road. You continue a few hundred metres, there will be a mar...

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Hungduan - Mt. Napulauan - Hapao (1/2)

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Byxtra

Distance

3.77mi

Elevation +

4961f

TrailRank

37

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The first part of two-day Mt. Napulauan trek. The trail ascends steeply from Hungduan Poblacion and will have to climb approximately 1.500 elevation metres within roughly six kilometres. Due to us carrying big backpac...

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Mt Langsayan Ridge Traverseoj

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AL Pine

Distance

8.66mi

Elevation +

1844f

TrailRank

36

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Follow the road north out of Sagada to Bangaan instead of the beginning of this route it takes you through the rice fields (not advised). The route does go through areas that might be private property near Bangaan (not ...

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Hungduan - Mt. Napulauan - Hapao (2/2)

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Byxtra

Distance

5.97mi

Elevation +

105f

TrailRank

36

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The second part of Mt. Napulauan trek. There´s a clearing at the summit big enough for up to twenty people to sleep over. Early morning views from the top are truly magnificent (provided that the mist disperses you might...

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The Sagada Loop

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AL Pine

Distance

12.52mi

Elevation +

2418f

TrailRank

34

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This loop track takes in Mt Kiltepan viewpoint, Marlboro Country, Blue Soil and the rice terraces. Good views on the trail but lots of road walking. Stop at Gaia cafe on the way back for food.

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Walk in Batad

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Jakub W

Distance

2.49mi

Elevation +

522f

TrailRank

32

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We arrived to Batad from Banaue with a tricycle, so we have started the walk from Batad saddle (more powerful tricycles or jeepneys can leave you at the end of the concrete road a good few hundred metres down). From B...

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Mt Ampacao Traverse

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AL Pine

Distance

6.90mi

Elevation +

1696f

TrailRank

28

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Loop hike past Lake Danum to Mt Ampacao along the ridge. Some good views with lots of bush whacking involved in places.

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Mt. Pulag Summit

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It's Me Gene

Distance

9.68mi

Elevation +

3760f

TrailRank

23

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Mt. Pulag is Luzon's highest peak at 2,928 metres (9,606 ft) above sea level, third-highest mountain in the Philippines, and the 26th-highest peak of an island on Earth.

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Awa View Deck

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speeddragon

Distance

2.78mi

Elevation +

2116f

TrailRank

22

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Hiking go the Awa View Deck with a local guide from Batad. Start and finish at Ramon Homestay. Linear trail. Need to be careful on the way down, mainly if rained in the days before. The trail should be easily recogniz...

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Banaue Rice Terraces.

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recerk

Distance

6.60mi

Elevation +

1460f

TrailRank

22

About this trail I have to say that is very dangerous since is very slippery and the high in many points is too high. Is very amazing and recommendable, but be very careful! Do not take kids. The wort parts are in the mi...

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Blue lagoon-1, Sagada Mt. Province

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Li Za Woander

Distance

0.90mi

Elevation +

167f

TrailRank

20

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We hike the blue soil first but I was not able to record. Then after that, we went to the blue lagoon waterfalls. Certainly, the beauty is worth visiting for more than 1 time. I will go back again and again if there's a ...

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Sagada - Echo Valley - Underground River - Small waterfalls

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joris knetsch

Distance

2.78mi

Elevation +

1621f

TrailRank

19

Nice and easy tour, only difficulty are the slippery muddy paths after rain. The valley is beautiful, and crossing the underground river is fun. It's a nice scenic short hike. Hiking boots/shoes recommended because of th...

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Sagada North

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recerk

Distance

10.93mi

Elevation +

2277f

TrailRank

19

The first 5.5km do not follow. Use the road. Unless you enjoy getting lost. For the rest, is ok. but much road. The best from km9 to km13. If somehow you can skip the rest, do it. In Km13 there is a viewdeck and they ...

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Sagada - Bokong Waterfall

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Jorim Holtey-Weber

Distance

1.37mi

Elevation +

210f

TrailRank

17

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Short walk from Sagada town proper to the Bokong Waterfall. You don't need a guide, ever the stairs behind the beautiful bougainvillea (1st picture). From there the path is obvious.

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Agno River Itogon

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shlomoshapira2

Distance

5.42mi

Elevation +

1499f

TrailRank

16

Nice loop thru vilages and terraces. We passed the river with two nice hanging bridges. The way back with a trail/road was steep. Beautiful trip, in nature and quite environment.

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Sagada hanging coffins for free!

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.reno

Distance

0.98mi

Elevation +

233f

TrailRank

16

Going from the end of the trail to avoid having to hire a guide. The path starts just next to the "gas station". (Sorry no pics of the actual coffins).

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Samoyaho Itogon Local Trail

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shlomoshapira2

Distance

0.38mi

Elevation +

302f

TrailRank

9

Ampucao. That’s near Mount Ulap. We went there since Mount Ulap trail was closed. This trail goes down from the road to the river and back. It’s not long but very steep. You walk in a little jungle, sounds of jungle and ...

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Palawan- Sagada- hike

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leskosimon

Distance

11.35mi

Elevation +

3274f

TrailRank

9

This hike takes place in Palawan, Philippines. This area is rich in flora and animals. We are going to see 10 points, including rive fields, view points, and naturally occuring interesting spectacles.

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Mt. Ulap, Ampucao, Itogon

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MakeYourOwnAdventure

Distance

3.05mi

Elevation +

1312f

TrailRank

9

Pay the entrance fee. If you're experienced and prefer going without a guide, reason with the park officials. Always strive for minimum impact on the wilderness.

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Bagiw Canyon and Falls, Bakun

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MakeYourOwnAdventure

Distance

2.83mi

Elevation +

292f

TrailRank

9

If you're experienced and prefer going without a guide, reason with the park officials. Always strive for minimum impact on the wilderness. Respect local customs.

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Palawan- Sagada hike

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leskosimon

Distance

10.10mi

Elevation +

2894f

TrailRank

9

Palawan is found in the Phillippines, in Asia. We are going to view 6 points, including 2 for some natural creation, some viewpoints, and 2 points for rice fields, which are a really important part of the Phillippine inf...

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