About OISCA Children's Forest Park
OISCA Children's Forest Park is a reforestation and eco-tourism park located in Barangay Diwan, Dipolog City, Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines. Developed through the Organization for Industrial, Spiritual and Cultural Advancement (OISCA) in cooperation with the city government and local schools, children planted trees to rehabilitate former denuded hills. The park now features forested trails, picnic cottages and viewpoints overlooking Dipolog and the Sulu Sea, serving as an environmental education and recreation site.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a forested hilltop park with shaded trails, open picnic areas with cottages, and elevated viewpoints offering views of Dipolog City and the coastline. The landscape consists of planted trees, grassy clearings and simple park infrastructure. Areas to explore include walking paths, viewing decks and designated picnic zones. The environment is quiet and natural, suitable for leisurely walks, photography and family picnics, with an emphasis on nature appreciation and environmental awareness.
Key highlights
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Hilltop forest park developed through the OISCA Children's Forest Program
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Forested trails and planted trees established by schoolchildren
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Viewpoints overlooking Dipolog City and the Sulu Sea
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