Mt. Data Plateau

Mt. Data Plateau is a high-elevation plateau in Barangay Mt. Data, Bauko, Mountain Province, along the Halsema Highway between Baguio and Bontoc. Part of the Mt. Data National Park, it sits at around 2,310 meters above sea level and is characterized by pine and mossy forests, cool climate, and panoramic mountain views. It is notable as a scenic stop and rest area in the Central Cordillera.

Visitors can expect a cool, pine-forested highland plateau with open grassy areas, mossy forest patches, and mountain vistas along the Halsema Highway. The area includes roadside viewpoints, the historic Mt. Data Hotel complex, and access points into Mt. Data National Park. The environment is typically misty and cold, with winding mountain roads, vegetable terraces nearby, and opportunities for short walks, photography, and scenic driving.