Lake Mahagnao Volcanic National Park National Park

Volcanic national park centered on crater lake and waterfalls

Lake Mahagnao Volcanic National Park at a Glance#

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How to Get to Lake Mahagnao Volcanic National Park#

Lake Mahagnao Volcanic National Park lies near the town of Sogod in Southern Leyte. From Tacloban or other Leyte towns take buses or vans running along the Pan-Philippine Highway (Maharlika Highway / AH26) south toward Sogod - the overland trip from Tacloban typically takes several hours. From Sogod town a local road/ridge access leads up to the park; arrange local transport (tricycle or motorcycle) for the final short drive from the town center to park trailheads.

Tips for Visiting Lake Mahagnao Volcanic National Park#

  • Visit early in the day for clearer views of the crater lake and cooler hiking conditions; mist and better photographic light are most common at sunrise.
  • Check in with the local park or DENR office in the nearest town before entering to confirm trail conditions, seasonal closures and permit requirements.
  • Avoid the heavy‑rain months (southern Philippines' wet season) when trails become slippery and access roads can be washed out; plan excursions in the drier months for safer hiking.

Best Time to Visit Lake Mahagnao Volcanic National Park#

Plan visits in the dry season (November-April) when trails are drier and access is more reliable.

Dry season (best access)
November-April · 23-31°C
Drier trails and more reliable weather make hiking and visiting the lake easier and safer.
Wet season
June-October · 23-30°C
Heavier rains can make trails muddy and slippery and may limit access to some viewpoints.

Weather & Climate near Lake Mahagnao Volcanic National Park#

Climate

Lake Mahagnao Volcanic National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (2617 mm/year), wettest in November.

Air Quality: AQI 55 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
AprilMarchFebruary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
35°
Warmest Month
21°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Good 22° - 28° 25° 272 mm overcast 87% 2.3 m/s 1.7 very high 11.4h
February Good 22° - 29° 25° 196 mm overcast 84% 1.9 m/s 2.0 extreme 11.7h
March Very Good 22° - 30° 26° 151 mm partly cloudy 83% 1.9 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.0h
April Very Good 23° - 31° 30° 132 mm partly cloudy 81% 1.6 m/s 2.6 extreme 12.3h
May Good 24° - 32° 32° 150 mm partly cloudy 82% 1.5 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.5h
June Acceptable 24° - 32° 32° 195 mm overcast 83% 1.5 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.7h
July Acceptable 24° - 32° 32° 211 mm overcast 84% 1.4 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.6h
August Acceptable 24° - 32° 33° 172 mm overcast 84% 1.6 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.4h
September Acceptable 24° - 32° 32° 208 mm overcast 84% 1.4 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.1h
October Good 23° - 31° 30° 255 mm overcast 85% 1.5 m/s 2.0 very high 11.8h
November Good 23° - 30° 26° 347 mm overcast 86% 1.3 m/s 1.8 very high 11.5h
December Good 23° - 29° 26° 328 mm overcast 87% 1.7 m/s 1.6 very high 11.3h