Davao Region · Mindanao
Mt. Puting Bato
410 m above sea level · Davao del Norte · 7.066°N, 125.768°E · effort 1/9
The white limestone outcrop that gives the hill its name, on the Island Garden City of Samal across from Davao. A short day hike ending on bare rock above the Davao Gulf.
Access and permits
Before you go
The agency account identifies a 2023 hike at Puting Bato in Guilon, Samal. It is a trip report, not a current site policy or licensed full trace.
Arrange with: Island Garden City of Samal tourism office and Guilon barangay or site authorities
Research checked 2026-10-26. Source date: 2023-02-24. Current access and fees must be confirmed before travel.
Trails
| Trail | Jump-off | Effort | Technical | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samal Trail | Island Garden City of Samal, Davao del Norte | 1/9 | A | 5 km out-and-back (route partly mapped) | Day hike (~1–1.5 h ascent) |
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 Routes come from OpenStreetMap and can be partial or outdated; a mapped line does not prove a safe or open path.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. Puting Bato 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
Check Google Play for your device and country · listing checked 2026-11-09
Nearby mountains
- Mt. Talomo 2,674 m · 50 km away
- Mt. Candalaga 2,250 m · 54 km away
- Mt. Apo 2,954 m · 56 km away