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Mt. Mayon

2,463 m above sea level · Albay · 13.256°N, 123.686°E · effort 7–8/9

Topographic map of Mt. Mayon with its mapped routes in orange and the summit marked
Mapped routes in orange; the triangle marks the summit. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors · relief: Mapzen (AWS Open Data) · map: Bundok ng Pinas.

Access and permits

Access restricted

September 8 PHIVOLCS bulletin prohibits entry into Mayon's six-kilometre permanent danger zone, which includes the summit. No inference of permission outside the exclusion zone; check subsequent advisories.

Arrange with: PHIVOLCS and relevant protected-area / local authorities

Research checked 2026-09-08. Source date: 2026-09-08. Current access and fees must be confirmed before travel.

DOST-PHIVOLCS — Mayon Volcano Summary of 24Hr Observation

The world's most perfect volcanic cone and Bicol's restless icon. Climbs - when PHIVOLCS permits - cross lava gullies and loose cinder at a punishing grade; most parties turn at the permitted altitude line.

  • Perfect cone
  • Active volcano
  • Lava gullies

Trails

TrailJump-offEffortTechnicalDistanceTime
Buyuan (Southeast) TrailBrgy. Buyuan, Legazpi City, Albay8/9D~18 km (estimated, no mapped route)2 days (permit-dependent)
New Lidong TrailBrgy. Lidong, Sto. Domingo, Albay8/9D19.9 km out-and-back2 days (permit-dependent)
Traditional (Buyuan) TrailBrgy. Buyuan, Legazpi City, Albay7/9D16.5 km out-and-back2 days (permit-dependent)

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 Routes come from OpenStreetMap and can be partial or outdated; a mapped line does not prove a safe or open path.

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