Mt. Pulag is one of the highest peaks in the Philippines, measuring 2,922 MASL. It is also one of the most beautiful mountains in the Philippines; therefore, you should include this in your list. On the other hand, on its summit, hikers can witness the famous “sea of clouds," a majestic phenomenon where visitors are literally above the clouds.
Specifications:
- Location/Address: Bokod, Benguet
- Major jump-off: Ambangeg Ranger Station, Bokod, Benguet
- LLA: 16°34’58″N 120°53’15″E
- Height/Elevation: 2922 MASL
- Difficulty: 3/9, Major Climb, Trail class 1-2
Trails of Mt. Pulag:
- The Weather, Trails, Campsite, and Difficulty
- Pulag has three main trails: Ambangeg, Ambaguio, and Tawangan.
- Most tourists love hiking on Ambangeg because it is simple and the terrain is excellent; it is highly recommended for first-timers.
- The terrain ascends, passing on the sides of cabbage plantations and walking the trail covered with bonsai, flowering plants, and trees.
- The mountain slopes are covered with brown and greens are absolutely stunning.
The Summit of Mt. Pulag:
- The Gorgeous View on the Summit of Mt. Pulag
- Before hiking, you should consider the climate. This mountain has unpredictable weather conditions, and even if it’s summer, there will be rain.
- From October to February, expect super cold weather; sometimes, it's zero degrees.
- On the summit, there's a 360-degree view of the mountain ranges in the North. If there's clearing, expect amazing slopes, mountains covered with mixed green and brown grasses, and of course, let's not forget the gorgeous sea of clouds and the golden sunrise.
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