Salikata National Park National Park

Philippine national park protecting Mindanao forest landscapes

Salikata National Park in the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao protects forested landscapes and rivers, visited for trekking and local wildlife viewing.

Salikata National Park at a Glance#

Address: Salikata National Park, Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines

Admission: Entry generally free; local fees or guides may be required

How to Get to Salikata National Park#

Access is by road from regional centers in Mindanao such as Cotabato or Davao, then via municipal roads toward towns nearest the park. Final approaches may require local transport or guides; verify routes with local DENR offices or community leaders.

Tips for Visiting Salikata National Park#

  • Use local guides to reach remote ecological zones and to learn about traditional land uses
  • Plan trips in the dry season to avoid muddy trails and river swells
  • Coordinate with municipal offices for updated access and conservation rules

Best Time to Visit Salikata National Park#

Dry season for most reliable access and safety.

Dry Season (Nov-Apr)
Nov-Apr · 24-32°C (75-90°F)
Best trail access and lower river levels.
Transition (May)
May · 25-33°C (77-91°F)
Hotter days and increasing humidity; afternoon showers become likelier.
Shoulder (Oct)
Oct · 24-30°C (75-86°F)
Early post-monsoon clarity; some trails reopen after rains.

Weather & Climate near Salikata National Park#

Climate

Salikata National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 16°C to 29°C. Heavy rainfall (2751 mm/year), wettest in June.

Air Quality: AQI 59 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
FebruaryMarchApril
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
36°
Warmest Month
13°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Good 16° - 26° 21° 145 mm overcast 89% 1.3 m/s 2.2 extreme 11.6h
February Very Good 16° - 27° 21° 115 mm partly cloudy 86% 1.2 m/s 2.4 extreme 11.8h
March Very Good 17° - 28° 22° 136 mm partly cloudy 82% 1.7 m/s 2.6 extreme 12.0h
April Very Good 18° - 29° 24° 158 mm partly cloudy 78% 1.4 m/s 2.6 extreme 12.2h
May Good 19° - 29° 24° 312 mm overcast 83% 1.3 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.3h
June Good 19° - 28° 23° 356 mm overcast 87% 1.2 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.4h
July Good 19° - 28° 23° 312 mm overcast 88% 1.1 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.4h
August Good 19° - 27° 23° 273 mm overcast 88% 1.5 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.2h
September Good 18° - 27° 23° 293 mm overcast 89% 1.2 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.1h
October Good 18° - 27° 23° 260 mm overcast 89% 1.2 m/s 2.2 extreme 11.8h
November Good 18° - 27° 22° 207 mm overcast 88% 1.6 m/s 2.2 extreme 11.7h
December Good 17° - 27° 22° 184 mm overcast 88% 1.3 m/s 2.2 extreme 11.6h

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