Davao Region · Mindanao
Mt. Hamiguitan
1,620 m above sea level · Davao Oriental · 6.740°N, 126.182°E · effort 7/9
A UNESCO World Heritage range famous for its century-old pygmy "bonsai" forest growing on ultramafic soil, pitcher plants and the tinagong dagat wetland. Strictly regulated, utterly unique.
Access and permits
Before you go
DENR-attributed reports describe permit and guide requirements in 2025 and a July 1–September 30, 2026 suspension for San Isidro and Governor Generoso. The end of that suspension does not establish reopening.
Arrange with: Mt. Hamiguitan Range Wildlife Sanctuary protected-area management office
Research checked 2026-10-27. Source date: 2026-07-02. Current access and fees must be confirmed before travel.
Trails
| Trail | Jump-off | Effort | Technical | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Isidro Trail | Brgy. La Union, San Isidro, Davao Oriental | 7/9 | C | 17.2 km out-and-back | 2–3 days (~6–8 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 Routes come from OpenStreetMap and can be partial or outdated; a mapped line does not prove a safe or open path.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. Hamiguitan 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.
Available to download
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Nearby mountains
- Mt. Puting Bato 410 m · 58 km away
- Mt. Candalaga 2,250 m · 62 km away
- Mt. Talomo 2,674 m · 101 km away