I completed this hike in April 2024 under sunny morning conditions.

Trail Snapshot

EASY

DocumentedApril 2024

Distance2.56 km (Loop)

Elevation Gain59 m

Duration1 - 2 hrs

WaterAt least 1 liter

ShadeLimited

Surface60% trail, 40% road

GPXWikiloc

Access

I started at the foot of Pangilatan Peak, where motorcycle parking was available without a parking fee. The jump-off was accessible by concrete road, and private vehicles could reach the area. Public transportation was limited, although habal-habal services were available.

Route Description

I began by following established community trails that gradually climbed toward Pangilatan Peak. Navigation remained straightforward throughout the hike, with the summit only a short walk from the jump-off. After reaching the peak, I continued around the loop using a combination of trails and concrete roads before returning to the starting point.

The route connected with several other hiking trails around Cantao-an, making Pangilatan Peak a natural junction for longer hikes in the area. During my visit, I encountered local residents along the route and a few hikers near the summit.

Trail Conditions

The weather remained sunny throughout my hike. Much of the route had limited shade, while the trail stayed dry during my visit. Stores were available near the surrounding communities, and mobile signal remained strong from start to finish. Approximately 60% of the loop followed trails, while the remaining 40% used concrete roads. I noticed only a few insects during the hike.

Additional Notes

The jump-off was only a short distance from the summit, making Pangilatan Peak one of the easiest mountain viewpoints to reach in Naga City. The peak also has a campsite where hikers occasionally stay overnight. During favorable weather, a sea of clouds can sometimes form below, covering Barangay Guindaruhan.

The route remained easy to follow throughout, despite sections where vegetation partially covered the trail. I completed this hike in March 2026 under sunny morning conditions.

Trail Snapshot

EASY

DocumentedMarch 2026

Distance3.12 km (Loop)

Elevation Gain100 m

This 3.12 km loop hike features a total elevation gain of approximately 100 m, spanning altitudes from 30 m to 145 m, with smoothed maximum grades reaching roughly +22% uphill and -25% downhill, and its toughest climb occurring on the sustained ascent out of the valley between kilometer 0.6 and 1.3.

Duration1.5 - 2 hrs

WaterAt least 1 liter

ShadeLimited

Surface40% trail, 60% road

GPXWikiloc

Access

I started near Guindaruhan National High School, where motorcycle parking was available along the roadside without a parking fee. The trailhead was accessible by concrete road, and private vehicles could reach the area. Public transportation was limited, although habal-habal services were available.

Route Description

I began by walking along a gradually ascending concrete road through Barangay Guindaruhan before passing the small communities of Purok Cacao. From there, the route left the road and followed a narrow footpath descending toward Cutod Falls. Although dense vegetation covered parts of the trail during my visit, I had no difficulty following the route.

After reaching the waterfalls, I continued through the valley on well-established footpaths that local residents regularly used as a shortcut to Guindaruhan proper. The loop then climbed out through Estaka, where I followed a concrete road past more communities before returning to the starting point.

Trail Conditions

The weather remained sunny throughout my hike. Much of the route had limited shade, while the trail stayed dry during my visit. Mobile signal was strong near the start before becoming intermittent farther along the route. I found stores near the communities, encountered mostly local residents, and noticed many insects. Approximately 40% of the route followed trails, while the remaining 60% used concrete roads.

Additional Notes

The trail around Cutod Falls remained well-defined despite the overgrown vegetation in some sections. I also noticed litter around the waterfalls, even though signs reminding visitors not to leave trash were present.

The hike began with a long downhill walk before transitioning into rolling terrain and a steady uphill climb back to the jump-off. Navigation remained straightforward throughout, and I completed this hike in April 2026.

Trail Snapshot

EASY

DocumentedApril 2026

Distance6 km (Loop)

Elevation Gain246 m

Duration3 - 3.5 hrs

WaterAt least 2 liters

ShadeLimited

GPXWikiloc

Access

I started in Campinsa, where motorcycle parking was available along the roadside without a parking fee. The jump-off was accessible by concrete road, and private vehicles could reach the area. Public transportation was very limited, although habal-habal services were available.

Route Description

I began by descending a long flight of cemented stairs before joining Manipis Road. From there, the route continued across open hillside trails and rolling terrain leading toward Windy Hills Campsite. Navigation stayed simple throughout, and several sections opened up to views of the surrounding mountains.

After completing the downhill and rolling portions of the loop, I started the steady climb back to Campinsa. Although none of the climbs were technical, the continuous uphill section marked the most demanding part of the return.

Trail Conditions

The weather remained sunny throughout my hike. Most of the route was exposed with very little shade, while the trail stayed dry during my visit. Walking conditions could become muddy after rain. I did not find any stores along the route, and mobile signal remained strong near the jump-off before disappearing farther into the hike. I encountered no other hikers and noticed very few insects.

Additional Notes

Part of the route passed through an active road construction area during my visit in April 2026.

Trail Snapshot

EASY

DocumentedApril 2026

Distance~2 km (Out and Back)

Elevation Gain51 m

Duration15-30 mins

WaterAt least 1 liter

ShadeNone

Surface100% trail

GPXWikiloc

Access

I started near Cambanog Elementary School, where motorcycle parking was available along the roadside without a parking fee. The jump-off was accessible by a rough road, and private vehicles could reach the area. Public transportation was limited, although habal-habal services were available.

Route Description

I began by descending toward the river on a trail that was easy to follow. The upper section gradually lost elevation before reaching a few uneven stretches and short climbs closer to the water. After reaching Cambanog Falls, I retraced the same route back to the starting point.

The return consisted of a steady uphill climb from the river to the jump-off. Even though the overall distance was short, the climb out required more effort than the approach.

Trail Conditions

The weather remained sunny throughout my hike. Most of the route was exposed with limited shade, while the trail stayed dry during my visit. Walking conditions could become muddy after rain. I found a few stores near the route, and mobile signal remained strong near the jump-off before disappearing near the river.

Additional Notes

The trail surface is mostly soil from the jump-off point to the river and can become very muddy after rain.

The terrain remained gentle overall, with gradual elevation changes followed by a longer downhill finish. Navigation was straightforward throughout, and I completed this hike in May 2026.

Trail Snapshot

EASY

DocumentedMay 2026

Distance6.07 km (Point-to-Point)

Elevation Gain90 m

Duration1.5 - 2 hrs

WaterAt least 2 liters

ShadeLimited

Surface100% trail

GPXWikiloc

Access

I started along the roadside near the GPX starting point, where motorcycle parking was available without a parking fee. The jump-off was accessible by concrete road, and private vehicles could reach the area. Public transportation was limited, although habal-habal services were available.

Route Description

I began by following farmland trails that gradually climbed across rolling countryside. The route remained easy to follow as it crossed open terrain with gentle to moderate uphill sections. Along the way, I crossed two small rivers before continuing toward the turnaround point.

The second half of the hike gradually shifted into a longer downhill return. Although the terrain never became technical, the sustained descent felt more tiring toward the end of the hike.

Trail Conditions

The weather stayed sunny throughout my hike. Most of the trail was exposed with very little shade, while the ground remained dry during my visit. The route could become muddy after rain, especially near the beginning of the hike. Mobile signal started out strong before weakening farther along the trail. I did not find any stores, encountered very few other people, and noticed only a small number of insects.

Additional Notes

The hike started on a road that was under construction during my visit. I noted that this section could become very muddy after rainfall. One of the two river crossings could also become significantly deeper after heavy rain, although a concrete bridge was under construction when I recorded this hike in May 2026.

The route remained easy to follow throughout, with a few steeper downhill sections near the end that were more noticeable on the knees. I completed this hike in May 2026.

Trail Snapshot

EASY

DocumentedMay 2026

Distance5.08 km (Point-to-Point)

Elevation Gain211 m

Duration2-3 hrs

WaterAt least 1 liter

ShadeLimited

Surface60% trail, 40% road

GPXWikiloc

Access

I started near Toong Barangay Hall, where motorcycle parking was available along the roadside without a parking fee. The jump-off was accessible by concrete road, and private vehicles could reach the area. Public transportation was limited, although habal-habal services were available. I left my motorcycle near the populated area for added security and to include a longer warm-up walk before entering the trail.

Route Description

I began with a gradual climb through farmland and open countryside before continuing across rolling sections toward Mahayahay and Buhisan. The trail remained straightforward to follow as it crossed mostly open terrain. Around 2.3 km into the hike, I passed a small mountain community after completing one of the steeper uphill sections.

From there, the route gradually transitioned into a longer descent leading toward Kawa Kawa Falls. I reached the falls at approximately the 5 km mark, where this GPX recording ended. The return hike was not included in the recording, although part of the way back followed a long uphill concrete road.

Trail Conditions

The weather stayed sunny throughout my hike. Much of the route was slightly exposed with limited shade. The trail remained dry during my visit, although it could become muddy during rainy weather. Mobile signal was strong near the trailhead before becoming weak or disappearing farther along the route. I did not find any stores during the hike, encountered only a small number of other people, and noticed few insects.

Additional Notes

This report documents only the hike from Toong to Kawa Kawa Falls. The return journey was completed separately and was not included in the recorded GPX track.

The elevation gain was spread across the hike, making the climb feel steady rather than steep, and navigation remained straightforward throughout. I completed this hike in May 2026.

Trail Snapshot

EASY

DocumentedMay 2026

Distance6.1 km (Loop)

Elevation Gain220 m

Duration2.5 - 3 hrs

WaterAt least 2 liters

ShadeModerate

Surface80% trail, 20% road

GPXWikiloc

Access

I started from Ylaya, Camp 8, where motorcycle parking was available along the roadside without a parking fee. The jump-off was accessible by concrete road, and private vehicles could reach the area. Public transportation was limited, although habal-habal services were available.

Route Description

I began with a gradual climb through farmland and open countryside. The trail steadily gained elevation without any long or steep ascents, making for a comfortable walk toward the highest point of the route. The return was generally easier, although a few rolling sections remained before I finished the hike.

Trail Conditions

The weather was sunny throughout my hike. The first part of the trail was shaded, but most of the route became exposed as I continued. The ground was dry during my visit, although it could become muddy after rain. Mobile signal was strong near the trailhead before becoming weak or disappearing farther along the route. I did not find any stores during the hike, encountered only a few other people, and noticed very few insects.

Additional Notes

This route forms a small section of the larger Minglanilla Trail Run 2026 course. Although it passes through farmland, I never felt isolated because the area remained close to working farms and nearby communities.

The trail was easy to follow throughout and remained a straightforward walk with little technical difficulty. I completed this hike in May 2026 under sunny morning conditions.

Trail Snapshot

EASY

DocumentedMay 2026

Distance3.5 km (Out and Back)

Elevation Gain184 m

Duration1-2 hrs

WaterAt least 1 liter

ShadeLimited

Surface30% trail, 70% road

GPXWikiloc

Access

I started near Kalangyawon Elementary School, where motorcycle parking was available along the roadside without a parking fee. The jump-off was accessible by a mix of paved and concrete roads, and private vehicles could reach the area. There was no public transportation available, although habal-habal services operated nearby. Motorcycles could also continue near the foot of the mountain, but I chose to begin at the school for a longer approach.

Route Description

I began by walking through the community before the trail gradually climbed across grassy hillsides. Narrow footpaths used by local livestock led toward the summit, and navigation remained simple from start to finish. After reaching Mt. Kalatkat, I retraced the same route back to the jump-off.

Trail Conditions

The weather stayed sunny throughout my hike. Most of the lower sections were shaded, while the trail became more exposed as I approached the summit. The ground remained dry during my visit, and I did not find any stores along the route. Mobile signal was intermittent, the trail was quiet with very few other people around, and I only noticed a small number of insects.

Additional Notes

The trail was well-trodden because locals regularly used it to move livestock through the area. Starting from Kalangyawon Elementary School added extra walking distance, although motorcycles could reach the foot of the mountain and shorten the hike considerably.

Navigation remained simple throughout the hike, making the route easy to follow from start to finish. I completed this hike in May 2026.

Trail Snapshot

EASY

DocumentedMay 2026

Distance1.5 km (Out and Back)

Elevation Gain106 m

Duration2 hrs

WaterAt least 1 liter

ShadeLimited

Surface100% trail

GPXWikiloc

Access

I started near Mulao Barangay Hall, where motorcycle parking was available along the roadside without a parking fee. The jump-off was accessible by concrete road, and private vehicles could reach the area. There was no public transportation serving the trailhead, although habal-habal services were available. From Liloan proper, the drive to the jump-off covered about 11 km.

Route Description

I began by descending through small farmlands toward the Cotcot River. The trail was easy to follow and gradually led downhill until I reached Malingin Rock. After spending time at the river, I retraced my steps back to the starting point. Although the hike was short, the return climb felt more tiring because it was entirely uphill.

Trail Conditions

The weather was sunny during my hike, and the trail remained dry throughout. Most of the route was shaded, although the riverside sections were more exposed. I found stores only at the jump-off, while mobile signal was strong near the start before becoming weaker closer to the river. I did not encounter other hikers, and insects were minimal.

Additional Notes

Some residents along the access road raised pigs, and I noticed occasional livestock odors before reaching the jump-off. I also noted that Malingin Rock had shifted downstream by approximately 11 meters following Typhoon Odette and Typhoon Tino. During my visit, it was much closer to the trail exit leading to the river than its previous location.

The trail was generally easy to follow, although a few sections became less obvious where farmland overlapped the route. I completed this hike in June 2026.

Trail Snapshot

EASY

DocumentedJune 2026

Distance5.48 km (Point-to-Point)

Elevation Gain98 m

The 5.48 km route features a total elevation gain of 98 m and reaches a maximum elevation of 754 m at kilometer 0.23. The profile consists of two major climbs interspersed with several descents, totaling 591 m of elevation loss.

Duration2-3 hrs

WaterAt least 1 liter

ShadeLimited

Surface90% trail, 10% road

GPXWikiloc

Access

I started near the Sudlon 1 Barangay Hall, where motorcycle parking was available along the roadside without a parking fee. The jump-off was accessible by concrete road, and private vehicles could reach the area. There was no public transportation available, although habal-habal services operated in the vicinity.

Route Description

I began the hike by following the mountain ridge toward Bagakay. The trail passed through narrow footpaths, farms, small mountain communities, and more open sections with views across the surrounding countryside. Most of the route descended steadily, making for an easy walk overall, although the continuous downhill sections became harder on my knees as the hike progressed.

The path remained well-trodden for much of the hike because locals and livestock regularly used it. Even so, I came across several side trails, and a few sections became confusing where farmland overlapped the route. In those areas, I had to look for where the trail continued before carrying on toward the finish. The hike ended at a bridge crossing the river that flows into Malubog Lake.

Trail Conditions

The weather was sunny during my hike. I walked through shaded sections early on before the trail became more exposed near the end. The ground was dry throughout my visit, although it could become muddy during rainy weather. Mobile signal started out strong but disappeared farther along the route. I did not find any stores along the trail, encountered no other hikers, and noticed only minimal insects.

Additional Notes

The steady downhill descent made a trekking pole useful, especially on the uneven and occasionally rocky sections. Hiking the route in reverse would turn the descent into a sustained climb lasting several kilometers. Although the trail was easy to follow most of the time, the network of side trails and farmland crossings occasionally required extra attention to stay on the intended route.