Mount DataAbout Mount Data
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.
Nearby Attractions to Mount Data
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 8° - 18° | 13° | 35 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.8 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.1h |
| February | Very Good | 9° - 20° | 14° | 46 mm | some cloud | 75% | 4.3 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 11.5h |
| March | Very Good | 10° - 21° | 16° | 86 mm | some cloud | 71% | 3.6 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 11.9h |
| April | Good | 12° - 22° | 17° | 154 mm | some cloud | 70% | 3.0 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.4h |
| May | Good | 13° - 22° | 17° | 313 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.0 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.8h |
| June | Acceptable | 13° - 21° | 17° | 327 mm | overcast | 83% | 3.1 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.0h |
| July | Acceptable | 13° - 20° | 16° | 404 mm | overcast | 86% | 2.6 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.9h |
| August | Acceptable | 13° - 20° | 16° | 549 mm | overcast | 89% | 2.5 m/s | 2.0 very high | 12.6h |
| September | Acceptable | 12° - 20° | 16° | 427 mm | overcast | 87% | 2.5 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 12.1h |
| October | Good | 12° - 20° | 16° | 288 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 3.3 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.7h |
| November | Good | 11° - 19° | 15° | 259 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.9 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.2h |
| December | Good | 9° - 19° | 14° | 107 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.8 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.0h |
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.