Eden Nature Park

Eden Nature Park is an 80-hectare mountain resort and man-made forest in Barangay Eden, Toril District, Davao City, Davao del Sur, situated about 3,000 feet above sea level. Developed from logged-over and denuded land beginning in 1971, it was reforested with pines and native trees. Known for its cool climate, flower gardens, vegetable terraces and views of Davao Gulf and Mt. Talomo, it operates as a major eco-tourism destination offering guided tours, accommodations and outdoor recreation.

Visitors can expect a cool mountain resort set within a dense man-made pine forest with landscaped flower gardens, vegetable gardens, bamboo groves and forest trails. The park is explored via guided shuttle tours with stops at viewpoints, an amphitheater, fishing village, deer park and cultural areas. Facilities include cottages, restaurants, pools and adventure activity areas. The terrain is hilly with paved and unpaved paths, and the atmosphere is quiet and nature-oriented with panoramic views of Davao City and the gulf.

Developed starting in 1971 by Jesus V. Ayala on logged-over and denuded land in the foothills of Mt. Talomo. Through systematic reforestation, the barren area was transformed into a thriving man-made forest with over 100,000 pine trees and other species, later opened as Eden Nature Park as a model for reforestation and eco-tourism in Mindanao.

Showcases environmental conservation and sustainable tourism through reforestation, organic farming and preservation of native flora. Features gardens and displays highlighting local plant varieties and Mindanao cultural elements, serving as an educational eco-tourism site for visitors and schools.