Central Luzon · Luzon
Mt. Arayat
1,030 m above sea level · Pampanga · 15.201°N, 120.743°E · effort 5/9
A solitary, myth-laden volcano rising abruptly from the Pampanga plains - home of the diwata Mariang Sinukuan. The White Rock and Pinnacle traverse between its twin peaks is rugged and surprisingly technical.
Access and permits
Before you go
DOT identifies Mount Arayat as a hiking destination but does not publish current visitor rules. Confirm the intended trailhead, summit or traverse, registration, guide requirements and fees with the responsible offices before travel.
Arrange with: Mount Arayat protected-area office and local tourism office for the chosen approach
Research checked 2026-09-09. Source date: undated. Current access and fees must be confirmed before travel.
Trails
| Trail | Jump-off | Effort | Technical | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magalang-Arayat Traverse | Brgy. Ayala, Magalang, Pampanga | 5/9 | C | 7.9 km traverse | Day hike (~4-6 h moving) |
Effort (1-9) is computed from distance, ascent and terrain; technical (A-E) follows the trail class, from a clear path (A) to real climbing (E). Elevations, grades and trail data are indicative - always verify with the LGU / DENR before a climb. Routes come from OpenStreetMap and can be partial or outdated; a mapped line does not prove a safe or open path.
Take Mt. Arayat offline
Bundok ng Pinas keeps a personal climb log, records your track with the screen off, saves this mountain's topographic map for use without signal and shows the same access notes on the trail. No account needed.
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