Mount Kalatungan
Mountains Forest-covered volcanic peak in Mindanao, biodiversity hotspot
Principal summit of Bukidnon’s Kalatungan Range, featuring mossy forest and highland ridges. Trekkers undertake multi-day routes to reach the summit, encounter indigenous communities and birdlife, and survey wide views over Mindanao’s plateaus.
Mount Kalatungan is a mountain in Northern Mindanao, Philippines, identified by the provided coordinates. It is recorded here as a named natural summit within that administrative region.
As a mountain it may be of interest for hiking, biodiversity or watershed values where local access is available, though specific trails or visitor facilities are not described in this data. No visitor counts or formal amenities are provided.
The entry contains no historical construction or use record; it is presented as a natural geographic feature. Any protected-area status or management details are not included in the supplied information.
Located within Northern Mindanao, the summit sits at the latitude and longitude above; nearest towns or distances to major cities are not given in the input.
- Coordinates: Located at 7.9575° N, 124.81583° E.
How to Get to Mount Kalatungan #
Mount Kalatungan is in central Bukidnon (Northern Mindanao). The common access pattern is to travel by road from the regional hub of Cagayan de Oro to towns and barangays that serve as trailheads (routes vary; many approaches start from Talakag, Lantapan or nearby municipalities). Expect several hours’ driving on provincial roads followed by a multi-hour hike on unpaved trails; hiring a local guide and arranging transport to the trailhead is recommended.
Tips for Visiting Mount Kalatungan #
- Attempt climbs during the Philippines dry season (roughly December-May) to avoid muddy approaches, leeches and more frequent stormy weather.
- Coordinate with the local barangay and DENR offices to secure required permits and hire a community-registered guide; local guides know the safest routes and current conditions.
- Plan for multi-day logistics (food, porters, campsite arrangements) and expect rapid weather changes at higher elevation; notify local authorities of your itinerary.
Best Time to Visit Mount Kalatungan #
Visit during the dry season (December-May) when trails are drier and summit visibility is better.
Weather & Climate near Mount Kalatungan #
Mount Kalatungan's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 9°C to 21°C. Heavy rainfall (3092 mm/year), wettest in May.
January
January is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Heavy rain (213 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (170 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Heavy rain (202 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Heavy rain (209 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (353 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Heavy rain (349 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Heavy rain (315 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Heavy rain (275 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Heavy rain (271 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Heavy rain (256 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Heavy rain (242 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Heavy rain (237 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
