Mount Data
Mountain Philippine mountain and national park in Cordillera
Mount Data anchors Mount Data National Park in the Cordilleras; visitors come for cool, mossy-forest trails, waterfalls and day hikes that connect to nearby highland towns and markets.
.jpg?width=1200)
.jpg?width=1200)
Mount Data is a mountain in the Cordillera Central of northern Luzon, Philippines, and lies within a protected area managed for conservation. It is recognized for montane forest ecosystems and cooler highland climate.
Trails in the vicinity lead through mossy forest and montane vegetation; the area is visited for hiking, birdwatching and botanical interest rather than large-scale tourism. Facilities are limited and visitors should plan for basic, low-impact outdoor activity.
The mountain and surrounding park are natural features long used by local indigenous communities and later set aside for conservation and public recreation. Management has focused on protecting water catchments and native upland habitats.
Located in the Cordillera Administrative Region of northern Luzon, the mountain sits inland among the uplands of the island and is accessible from regional provincial towns and provincial road networks.
- Setting: Part of the Cordillera Central mountain range and within the Cordillera Administrative Region of northern Luzon.
- Conservation: Protected area status supports montane forest conservation and low-impact recreation such as day hikes and nature study.
How to Get to Mount Data #
Mount Data is reached by road from Baguio or nearby Mountain Province towns. The nearest town with services is Bauko; regional buses and jeepneys link Baguio to the Mountain Province. Local roads to the Mount Data area can be steep and narrow-use a capable vehicle and check with local tourism offices for up-to-date road conditions.
Tips for Visiting Mount Data #
- Combine a visit to Mount Data Hotel with a short hike on the Ecotourism Trail to see moss forests and steep-sided ravines.
- Road access can be rough-use a sturdy vehicle for the last stretches and check local advice during monsoon months.
- Visit the nearby mountain barangays for cultural experiences; local guides can show little-known trails and medicinal plants.
Best Time to Visit Mount Data #
Best visited in the dry season (November-April) for trail access and clearer skies; monsoon months bring heavy rain and limited visibility.
Weather & Climate near Mount Data #
Mount Data's climate is classified as Subtropical Highland (Dry Winter) - Subtropical Highland (Dry Winter) climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 8°C to 22°C. Heavy rainfall (2995 mm/year), wettest in August with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
Comfort
Weather
February
February is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).
Comfort
Weather
March
March is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm).
Comfort
Weather
April
April is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (154 mm).
Comfort
Weather
May
May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Heavy rain (313 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
Comfort
Weather
June
June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Heavy rain (327 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
Comfort
Weather
July
July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Heavy rain (404 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
Comfort
Weather
August
August is cool with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (549 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
Comfort
Weather
September
September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Heavy rain (427 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
Comfort
Weather
October
October is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Heavy rain (288 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
Comfort
Weather
November
November is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. Heavy rain (259 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
Comfort
Weather
December
December is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
.jpg?width=600)
