LANTAPAN TO TALAKAG ROAD

Name: LANTAPAN TO TALAKAG ROAD

Features: The newly functional road directly linking Lantapan and Talakag, Bukidnon has been making buzz since its opening few years back. This diversion road officially starts from Aglayan, Malaybalay City to Tikalaan, Talakag. Aside from smooth traffic, shorter travel time and SAFETY, interesting stopovers and breathtaking scenery make a very memorable roadtrip making every passerby eager to come back.

RATES OF BUKIDNON'S MAJOR MOUNTAINS

Bukidnon's major mountains are also the Philippines' major mountains. In fact, 4 of  Bukidnon's major summits are enlisted among the Philippines' Top 10 highest mountains. Mt. Dulangdulang ranks 2nd to Mt. Apo, Mt. Kitanglad ranks 4th, Mt. Kalatungan ranks 5th and Mt. Maagnaw ranks 8th. Other unaccounted summits include Mt. Kilakiron and Lumpanag in Kalatungan Range.

ANININGPAN RIDGE

NAME: Aniningpan Ridge

LOCATION: Sitio Kibarok, Casisang, Malaybalay City

FEATURES: Aniningpan Ridge, located in Sitio Kibarok, Casisang, Malaybalay City overlooks the city on one side and marvelous hills on the other. The highest summit of Kibarok is estimated to be 800 meters high. Situated close to residences, this can be summitted for about an hour. Legend says that Aniningpan is the wife of Kibarok, both native settling the area ages ago.

TOURIST SPOTS IN BUGWAK, DANGCAGAN

 

Name: Bugwak Swimming Pool and Waterfalls

Location: Bugwak, Dangcagan, Bukidnon 

Features: 

BUGWAK is a local name meaning "fountain or spring". True to its name, Barangay BUGWAK of DANGCAGAN, BUKIDNON has two natural springs gushing out below its lush forests. While Bugwak Gamay (small) remains untouched, Bugwak Dako (big), situated close to local residences, is developed into a swimming pool (still an ongoing project by the local government). Since the project is not yet completed, as of now, July 2018, the pool is still freely open to those who want to take a dip.

CABADIANGAN LAKE

NAME: Cabadiangan Lake

LOCATION: Cabadiangan, Kadingilan, Bukidnon 

FEATURES: Cabadiangan Lake used to be unknown. Long before, it was not lake at all. It was just a swamp or marsh. The Small Water Impounding Project (SWIP) of National Irrigation Authority (NIA) made this lovely body of water. This manmade lake supplies water to farms and fields nearby. 

4TH NATIONAL MOUNTAIN CLEANUP AT MT. CAPISTRANO, BUKIDNON

Last July 8, 2017, Bukidnon Green Warriors heeded the call of Pinoy Mountaineer for National Mountain Cleanup 2017. Bukidnon Green Warriors is an unofficial group of mountaineers who share the same passion of nature trekking. These trekkers also share the same sentiment on mountain commercialization resulting to littering, vandalism and other irresponsible acts by climbers and picnickers.

MALAYANAN FALLS

NAME: Malayanan Falls

LOCATION: Malayanan, San Fernando, Bukidnon

FEATURES: Malayanan Falls is the welcoming landmark of Barangay Malayanan, San fernando Bukidnon. It is a multi-tiered waterfalls located right after the hanging bridge that crosses Pulangui River. The first drop is estimated to be 15 feet high. It has a pool for swimming. The second cascade that is gently crawling down a sloping rock is around 30 feet high. The third tier is just a mini-falls and is seldom visited. Malayanan Falls streams down joining the grand Pulangui River.

SQUASH MOUNTAIN

NAME: Squash Mountain

LOCATION: Maraymaray, Don Carlos, Bukidnon

FEATURES: Squash mountain is named after a squash where its form resembles.  The mountain, estimated to be 400 meter high, is situated among sugarcane and pineapple fields in Maraymaray, Don Carlos, Bukidnon. Being isolated from among its surrounding hills makes it a prominent view added its unique squash-like form. 

GANTUNGAN FALLS

 Name: Gantungan Falls

Location: CEDAR (Center for Ecological Development and Recreation), IMpalutao, Impasugong, Bukidnon

Features: Gantungan Falls is one of the major cascades of CEDAR, Impalutao, Impasugong, Bukidnon. The mighty waterfall measures 30 feet high. It cascades among gigantic rock walls that sandwich Gantungan River. Usual trek in CEDAR makes one see Gantungan Falls topview. Adventurers, however, risk to river trek to see the falls in its full glory. Swimming is even required to get through the deep still portion of the river. Among salient features of the falls are its compact drop, the cavern at the base of the falls and the clear water drops that curtain the cavern.

THE 20 MUST-VISIT DESTINATIONS IN BUKIDNON

Bukidnon is well endowed with natural scenic spots. Its vast land area possesses diverse tourist spots, both natural and manmade. Bukidnon is best visited not only during summer season but all year round. Whether you are an outdoorsy person or just a mere vacationist, here are the 20 tourist destinations in my home province I recommend. 

MOUNTAINS

MT. KITANGLAD. The fourth highest mountain in the country is the most famous peak in Bukidnon. Towering at 2,889 meters ASL, this ASEAN Heritage site possesses a stunning landscape and magnificent view of its neighboring peaks. The easiest jump-off is in Sitio Intavas, la Fortuna, Impasugong. 

For booking, climb permit and other info, please PM "Daffy Daffodil" on Facebook.

PANININGAWAN FALLS

 NAME: Paniningawan Falls

LOCATION: Mt. Kalatungan Range, Talakag, Bukidnon (via Kaulayanan, Lirongan, Talakag)

FEATURES: Paniningawan Falls is approximately 100-meter high waterfall amazingly hidden in verdant wall of Mt. Kalatungan Range in Talakag Area. The falls is accessible via Sitio Kaulayanan in Brgy. Lirongan through non-jokingly 5 hour trek crossing through rivers and ridges, in which two hours is spent for river trekking. The falls streams down to Manupali na Maliga (Red River), which meets Manupali na Maputi (White River) in an intersection locally known as Sabangan. There is no established trail going to the falls.

SITIO KAULAYANAN

Carrot plantation with Kitanglad Range on background

NAME: Sitio Kaulayanan

LOCATION: Barangay Lirongan, Talakag, Bukidnon

FEATURES: Kaulayanan is a sitio of Brgy. Lirongan, Talakag, Bukidnon. This small Talaandig community is perfectly situated at the foothills of Mt. Kalatungan Range directly facing Mt. Kitanglad Range. The cool mountain weather makes the village suitable to high valued crops. While in Kaulayanan, the barangays of Basac and Kibanggay in Lantapan are clearly visible. The ordinary setting of the village is already stunning. The amazing landscape, the contours and symmetry of vegetable gardens are just few reasons why I fell in love with the place. 

NASULI SPRING RESORT

NAME: NASULI SPRING RESORT

LOCATION: NASULI, PUROK 1, BANGCUD, MALAYBALAY CITY

FEATURES: Nasuli Spring Resort is a natural pool located in serene forested area of Purok 1, Brgy. Bangcud, Malaybalay City. The resort is just 500 meters away from national highway. The cool, clear and calm pool has random springs gushing from holes of different depth, the deepest being 31 feet. Its original soil flooring is left untouched to preserve its natural feel.

MT. KALATUNGAN CLIMBING GUIDE

Mt. Kalatungan (purple blue) and Mt. Ragang (blue, far right) viewed from Mt. Kitanglad

Mt Kalatungan, a.k.a Catatungan, is a volcanic mountain in Bukidnon, Northern Mindanao. PHIVOLCS has no recorded eruptions of this stratovolcano, yet classified potentially active. The mountain range stretches along the areas of Valencia, Maramag, Talakag and Pangantucan. The prominent summits are Kilakiron in Valencia and the twin Kalatungan and Lumpanag summits most accessible in Pangantucan.

Mt. Kalatungan, towering 2,880 meters ASL, is the fifth highest peak of the country (contrary to the previous claims as the sixth highest). The mountain is a home to Philippine Eagle and other precious endangered species.

MT. CAPISTRANO

Name: MT. CAPISTRANO

Location: Sitio Binalbagan, Purok 9, Brgy. Simaya, Malaybalay City, Bukidnon

Features: Mt. Capistrano in Sitio Binalbagan, Brgy. Simaya is the most prominent minor summit visible in the highways of Malaybalay City. This 610 meters high land form is crowned with magnificent steep, sharp rocks. Mt. Capistrano has become a popular tourist destination in Bukidnon for neophyte trekkers, nature trippers and seasoned climbers. It requires 1 to 2.5 hours trek. Another entry point is in Brgy. Managok, Malaybalay City.

MAGUBO FALLS

 

Name: MAGUBO FALLS

Location: Impalutao, Impasugong, Bukidnon

Features: Magubo Falls is among the mighty water drops in Barangay Impalutao, Impasugong, Bukidnon. The falls hides among lush vegetation in barangay's interior. It is approximately 50 feet high. It has wide pool for swimming. Enormous rocks and beauteous moss adorn the falls' surrounding. And the downslope trail to this wonderful water drop is never easy. 

BALISBISAN FALLS

Name: Balisbisan Falls

Location: Sitio Kibangan, Poblacion, Impasugong, Bukidnon
 
Features: Balisbisan Falls in Impasugong, Bukidnon is a small falls that resembles Cotabato's Asik-asik Falls, Misamis Oriental's Sagpulon Falls and another Bukidnon's pride, Sinulom Falls. Its water-sprouts are randomly spread in a 100-meter stretch of a curvy wall of Atugan Canyon. The main or prominent group of cascades amazingly sprout below the rocks vertically heaped on 90-degree wall. Other cascades randomly sprout on both of the verdant sides of the main cascades. The highest cascade is 15 feet high. The falls has no river source. In fact, it is a tributary to Atugan River trailing below the wall.

Going to the falls requires P20.00 right of way fee for passing through a private farm.

OLD PULANGUI RIVER AND CRYSTAL SPRING

  
Name: Old Pulangui River and Crystal Spring

Location: North Poblacion, Maramag, Bukidnon

Features: Pulangui River, a tributary to Rio Grande de Mindanao had been rerouted decades ago to fill the dam established by the National Power Corporation to power up its Hydro Power Plant. The old riverbed never died since then. Its shallow waters are still worth the view and admiration. Adjacent to the old Pulangui River is Crystal Spring, a cool spring resembling a real crystal flowing down meeting the aqua green river. 

CEDAR: Center for Ecological Development and Recreation

Name: CEDAR, meaning Center for Ecological Development and Recreation

Location: Impalutao, Impasugong, Bukidnon

Features: CEDAR, in Impalutao, Impasugong, Bukidnon is another adventure spot in the province. It is situated just beside the highway. It is equipped with a very cool manmade swimming pool, sourcing from the natural springs surrounding the area. CEDAR is also a reforestation project site of the tribe-dominated town of Impasugong. It has a camping site, venue, basketball court and picnic amenities. What makes CEDAR a popular tourist destination in the province is being home to three major waterfalls with three different river sources--- Gantungan Falls, Natugbasan Falls and Dila Falls.

KAAMULAN 2016 SCHEDULE OF STREETDANCING COMPETITION

This 2016, the highlight of Kaamulan Festival celebration, the street dancing competition is scheduled on April 1, 2016. Eight towns will compete for the Best Float, Best in Ethnic Street Dancing and Best in Ethnic Ground Presentation. Best Float and Best in Street Dancing will be judged in Fortich Street, Malaybalay City while Ground Presentation will take place at Capitol Grounds.