28 places to discover
Alalum Falls is a 45-meter cascade waterfall located in Barangay Kisolon, Sumilao, Bukidnon, Philippines, near the Bukidnon-Misamis Oriental border. Set within a forested ravine, it is known for its wide curtain-like drop, natural basin and surrounding vegetation. Access is via approximately 148 concrete steps with viewing decks. It is a popular day-trip destination from Cagayan de Oro for swimming, photography and nature viewing.
Blue Water Cave is a natural cave attraction located in Barangay San Jose, Quezon, Bukidnon, Philippines. It is known for its clear, bluish pool inside the cave chamber that reflects light to create a distinctive blue hue. Surrounded by forested and karst landscape, the cave requires a short trek and guided entry. It is a local ecotourism site managed with community guides, offering caving and swimming in a relatively undeveloped natural setting.
The Center for Ecological Development and Recreation (CEDAR) is a DENR-managed eco-tourism site in Barangay Impalutao, Impasug-ong, Bukidnon, along Sayre Highway between Cagayan de Oro and Malaybalay. Covering about 1,703 hectares of man-made forest established through reforestation, it is notable for its dense plantation forest, natural spring-fed swimming pools, small waterfalls and recreation facilities. It serves as a watershed, biodiversity area and accessible nature park for day visits, camping and environmental education.
Dahilayan Adventure Park is a mountain adventure park located in Barangay Dahilayan, Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon, on the foothills of Mt. Kitanglad Range. Established as part of the Dahilayan Forest Park area, it is known for its 840-meter dual zipline, one of the longest in Asia, along with other outdoor rides. Set in a cool pine-forested highland at about 4,500 feet elevation, it serves as a major adventure tourism destination in northern Mindanao.
Dahilayan Forest Park is a nature and adventure park located in Barangay Dahilayan, Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon, on the foothills of Mt. Kitanglad. Set within a pine forest at around 4,500 feet elevation, it offers cool climate and forest scenery. The park is known for its forest luge, ziplines, rope courses, and cabin accommodations, serving as a family-friendly mountain resort and complement to the nearby Dahilayan Adventure Park.
The Del Monte Pineapple Plantation is a vast agricultural estate in Camp Phillips, Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon, Mindanao, Philippines. Operated by Del Monte Philippines since 1926, it covers thousands of hectares along the Bukidnon-Davao Road. It is notable as one of the largest pineapple plantations in the Philippines and a major agri-tourism site. Visitors see extensive pineapple fields, the Del Monte Clubhouse, golf course, and processing facilities that highlight Bukidnon's pineapple industry.
The Impasug-ong Communal Ranch is a 642-hectare government-managed grazing reserve in Barangay Capitan Bayong, Impasug-ong, Bukidnon, northern Mindanao. Situated along the Bukidnon-Davao Road at high elevation, it features rolling grasslands dotted with pine trees, grazing cattle and horses, and cool mountain climate. Maintained by the municipal government for local livestock raisers, it has become a scenic stopover and photo spot for travelers between Cagayan de Oro and Davao.
Kaamulan Park is a large public open park and festival grounds located within the Provincial Capitol compound in Malaybalay City, Bukidnon, Philippines. It serves as the main venue for the annual Kaamulan Festival, Bukidnon's major cultural celebration. The park features open fields, tree-lined areas, cottages representing indigenous groups, and an open theater, and is notable as a cultural landmark showcasing the heritage of Bukidnon's seven tribes.
Lake Apo is a natural crater lake located in Barangay Guinoyoran, Valencia City, Bukidnon, Philippines. Situated about 11 kilometers from the city proper, it covers approximately 24 hectares with clear green waters surrounded by hills. Formed in a volcanic crater, it is considered the cleanest inland body of water in Northern Mindanao and a major eco-tourism attraction of Valencia and Bukidnon.
Lake Napalit is a natural tectonic lake in Barangay Pigtauranan, Pangantucan, Bukidnon, at the foothills of the Mt. Kalatungan Range. Covering about 36 hectares with a depth of around 6 meters, it is known for its cluster of small islets that shift with water levels. Surrounded by rolling hills and farmland, the lake is a scenic ecotourism site offering bamboo raft rides and views of the mountain landscape.
Lover's Lane is a scenic pine tree-lined stretch of road in Barangay Impalutao, Impasug-ong, Bukidnon, Philippines. Located along the Sayre Highway corridor near the Center for Ecological Development and Recreation (CEDAR), it is known for its tall, evenly planted pine trees forming a canopy over the road. The site is a popular stopover for photography and sightseeing due to its cool highland climate and distinctive landscape.
Luan Luan Spring is a natural cold spring resort located in Barangay Puntian, Quezon, Bukidnon, in northern Mindanao, Philippines. The spring features clear, cool waters channeled into concrete swimming pools surrounded by trees and rural landscape. Developed as a local recreation site, it is known for its refreshing water, family-friendly pools, and picnic facilities. It serves as a popular day-use destination for residents and visitors exploring Quezon municipality.
Mangima Canyon is a natural river gorge carved by the Mangima River in Barangay Mangima, Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon, northern Mindanao. Located along the Sayre Highway corridor between Cagayan de Oro and Bukidnon, the canyon features steep rock walls, forested slopes and a winding river below. It is notable for its scenic landscape, accessible viewpoints along the highway, and as a site for white-water rafting and nature photography.
Menzi Farm is an agritourism farm located in Barangay Alae, Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon, Philippines. Situated along the Bukidnon-Cagayan de Oro corridor, it is known for its orchards and agricultural plantations, including pineapple and other tropical fruits. The farm offers visitors a rural landscape with cultivated fields, fruit trees, and open countryside views, representing Bukidnon's agricultural heritage and providing an educational farm experience in northern Mindanao.
Minlaya Falls is a natural waterfall located in the municipality of Damulog in Bukidnon province, Mindanao, Philippines. Situated in a forested rural setting outside the town center, the falls features cascading water over rock formations into a shallow basin. It is recognized as a local eco-tourism attraction by the municipal government and is visited for nature sightseeing, photography and swimming in a quiet natural environment.
The Monastery of the Transfiguration is a Benedictine monastery located on a hill in Barangay San Jose, Malaybalay City, Bukidnon, Philippines. Founded in 1983, it is renowned for its distinctive pyramid-shaped church designed by National Artist for Architecture Leandro Locsin. The church was declared a National Cultural Treasure. The monastery functions as an active contemplative community and welcomes visitors for prayer, reflection, and viewing its architecture and museum.
Mount Capistrano is a limestone karst mountain located in Barangay Simaya, Malaybalay City, Bukidnon, Philippines. Rising about 600 meters above sea level, it is known for its distinctive rock formations, sharp ridges and panoramic views over the Bukidnon plateau and Malaybalay City. A popular day-hike destination, it offers sunrise viewpoints, pine-covered slopes and a relatively short but steep trail accessible with a local guide.
Mount Dulang-Dulang is the second-highest peak in the Philippines at 2,938 meters, located in the Kitanglad Mountain Range on the border of Lantapan and Talakag in Bukidnon, Mindanao. Within the Mount Kitanglad Range Natural Park, an ASEAN Heritage Park, it is known for its mossy forests, high biodiversity, and status as a sacred mountain to indigenous Talaandig and Higaonon communities. It is a major mountaineering destination often climbed together with Mount Kitanglad.
Mount Kalatungan is a prominent peak in the Kalatungan Mountain Range in Bukidnon, Mindanao, Philippines, located within Talakag municipality near Barangay Miarayon. Standing at about 2,824 meters above sea level, it is one of the highest mountains in the country and part of the Mount Kalatungan Range Natural Park. Notable for its mossy forests, grassy ridges, crater-like summit and biodiversity, it is a major destination for mountaineering and nature trekking.
Mount Kitanglad Range Natural Park is a protected area spanning the Kitanglad Mountain Range in Bukidnon, Northern Mindanao, Philippines, covering parts of Impasug-ong and seven other municipalities. Centered on Mount Kitanglad (2,899 m) and Mount Dulang-Dulang (2,938 m), the Philippines' second and third highest peaks, it is an ASEAN Heritage Park renowned for its montane forests, high biodiversity, and as a key habitat for the Philippine Eagle.
Nasuli Cold Spring is a natural cold spring resort located in Barangay Bangcud, Malaybalay City, Bukidnon, Philippines. Fed by clear, cold spring water surrounded by trees and developed pools, it is a popular local swimming and picnic destination. The site features concrete pools of varying depths, cottages and open grounds, offering a refreshing freshwater experience near the Pulangi River area south of Malaybalay proper.
Overview Park is a hilltop municipal park located in Poblacion, Quezon, Bukidnon, Philippines. Situated on elevated terrain overlooking the town center and surrounding farmlands and mountains, it serves as a public recreation and viewpoint. The park features open grounds, cottages, gardens and a view deck offering panoramic vistas. Developed by the local government, it is a popular spot for sightseeing, photography and leisurely picnics for residents and visitors.
Paiyak Cave is a natural limestone cave located in Sitio Paiyak, Barangay San Vicente, Sumilao, Bukidnon, northern Mindanao. Set in a forested and agricultural landscape, the cave features stalactites, stalagmites, and bat habitats within its chambers. Accessed by a short trek from the barangay proper with a local guide, it is promoted as an eco-tourism and spelunking site by the municipality, offering visitors a relatively undeveloped cave experience in Bukidnon's interior highlands.
Paminahawa Ridge is a grassy ridge viewpoint in Barangay Impalutao, Impasug-ong, Bukidnon, Philippines, along the Sayre Highway corridor between Malaybalay and Cagayan de Oro. Known for panoramic views of surrounding mountains, valleys and pine forests, it is notable for its sea of clouds at sunrise. Developed as a local ecotourism site, it offers short hikes, camping and photography in an open highland landscape.
Pinamaloy Lake is a 60-hectare natural freshwater lake located in Barangay Pinamaloy, Don Carlos, Bukidnon, Mindanao, Philippines. Surrounded by rolling hills and agricultural land, it is the largest lake in the municipality and a prominent local landmark. The lake supports tilapia aquaculture and local fishing, and is developed with a lakeside park, view deck and cottages for visitors seeking scenic views, boating and relaxation.
Provincial Tree Park is a forested public park in Malaybalay City, Bukidnon, located near the provincial capitol complex. Established as a reforestation and recreation area, it features mature trees, shaded trails, and open picnic grounds. The park is notable for its cool upland setting, quiet natural environment, and role as a local leisure spot for walking, picnics, and nature appreciation within the city.
Sagumata Falls is a forest waterfall located in Barangay Lourdes, Valencia City, Bukidnon, Philippines. Set within a wooded area on the outskirts of Valencia, it features a multi-tiered cascade flowing into a shallow basin surrounded by rocks and vegetation. The falls is known as a local nature attraction accessible via a short trek from the barangay proper. It offers a quiet natural setting for sightseeing and photography and is often visited as a day trip from Valencia City center.
Sumalsag Cave is a natural limestone cave located in Barangay Dalirig, Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon, Philippines. Situated in the forested foothills of northern Bukidnon, it is known for its stalactite and stalagmite formations, narrow passages and small underground water features. Managed as a local eco-tourism site, the cave offers guided spelunking for visitors and is often visited as part of Manolo Fortich's nature-based attractions.