Magubo Falls in Impalutao, Impasugong, Bukidnon

The tall and mighty Magubo Falls in Impalutao, Impasugong, Bukidnon. Visit this LINK for more photos and travel tips on how to get there.

Mount Capistrano's Peak

Trekkers enjoy the sweeping view at the rocky peak of Mount Capistrano, a popular climbing destination situated in the barangays of Managok and Simaya, Malaybalay City. This photo won 1st Place in the Landscape Category of Malaybalay City Charter Day Photo Contest last March 2015. Visit this LINK to read more about Mount Capistrano.

Laligan Falls in Laligan, Valencia City

Laligan Falls situated in Laligan, Valencia City. Photo shared by Rodel Vargas Tubongbanua in Bukidnon Photo Journal's FB page. Thanks a lot Sir Rodel! You can read more about Laligan Falls in this BLOG.

Dila Falls in Impalutao, Impasugong, Bukidnon

Up close and personal with Dila Falls in CEDAR, Impalutao, Impasugong, Bukidnon. Visit this LINK for story and more photos.

Dumagongdong Falls in Kibalabag, Malaybalay City

The tall and slender Dumagongdong Falls in Kibalabag, Malaybalay City. This falls can be seen from the road going to Barangay Manalog but getting near its base requires an upward river trek of less than 30 minutes. Click this LINK to read more about Dumagongdong Falls.

Katihan Falls in Kibalabag, Malaybalay City

The hidden beauty of Katihan Falls in Kibalabag, Malaybalay City. Click this LINK to read more about this waterfall.

Kiantig Falls in Quezon, Bukidnon

Spotted this beautiful waterfalls while we were passing through the bridge which connects the road from Crystal Sugar Mill in North Poblacion, Maramag to Ozamis Agricultural Development, Inc. (OADI) compound in San Jose, Quezon, Bukidnon. Aside from the beautiful waterfalls, the river's bluish-green water and rock formations are also very interesting. I thought this falls is still part of Maramag but I found out from a colleague that this is area is called Sitio Kiantig and is already part of Barangay San Jose, Quezon. The bridge we passed through crosses over Pulangui River which serves as the natural boundary of the two municipalities.

Overlooking View of Valencia City as seen from Musuan Peak

Musuan Peak is officially called Mount Musuan and is also known as Mount Calayo. It is an active volcano located in Musuan, Dologon, Maramag, Bukidnon, about 4.5 kilometers south of Valencia City. It has an elevation of 646 meters ASL and a base diameter of 3 kilometers. Musuan Peak is a favorite hiking destination because of its accessibility from the national highway.

Here are some photos taken during our most recent hike in Musuan Peak:

Bukidnon Runners Among The Top Finishers of Mt. Kinabalu International Climbathon 2011

Three runners from Bukidnon were among the Top 20 finishers of the 25th Mt. Kinabalu  International Climbathon held last October 22-23, 2011 in Ranau, Sabah, Malaysia. Jemarvin Cabilan and Leo Colonia placed 11th and 12th, respectively in the Men's Open while Helen Tacling was the 20th placer in the Women's Open category.

The Mt. Kinabalu International Climbathon is dubbed as the world's toughest mountain race. It is the ultimate test of endurance as participants have to run up and down Mt. Kinabalu for a total distance of 21 kilometers. This year's edition was won by Kilian Jornet of Spain who finished the 21-km course in 2:37:04. In the women's category, Danny Gongot of Ranau, Malaysia bagged the first place with a time of 3:41:29.

Trail Hiking in Malandog Ridge (Malaybalay City)

Malandog Ridge is located in Malaybalay City and is part of the vast area occupied by the Bukidnon Forests Inc. (BFI). On one of its peaks once stood the famed view deck called Tabios Tower. Once a favorite hiking destination, the view deck is where one could savor the fresh mountain air and take an overlooking view of Malaybalay town proper.

The Intavas to Kibenton Trail (Impasug-ong, Bukidnon)

I joined the 1st Intavas-Kibenton Eco-Trail Fun Run last August 7, 2011. The event was participated by no less than 200 runners and the race route started from Sitio Intavas, La Fortuna up to Barangay Kibenton, Impasug-ong, Bukidnon.

The 1st Bukidnon Run With Faith

It was an unforgettable Easter Sunday last April 24 as I was among the many participants of the 1st Bukidnon Run With Faith held at the Bukidnon Provincial Tree Park in Malaybalay City. The trail run dubbed as an Inter-Faith Run for Special Education aims to promote awareness for Special Education or education for those with hearing and visual impairment and children with autism and intellectual disability.

Exploring the Bukidnon Provincial Tree Park

We went trail hiking at the Bukidnon Provincial Tree Park in Malaybalay City last Saturday, January 29, 2011. The Provincial Tree Park is situated at the rear side of the Provincial Capitol Compound. The topmost area of the park is more popularly known as the "Two Trees" because of the two tall trees which can be seen from below.

The 2011 Panahik Night Run

 (Image from Panahik Adventure Centre)

No less than 300 runners participated in the Panahik Night Run held last Saturday, January 22, 2011 in Malaybalay City. The race was part of Panahik Adventure Centre's 5th Anniversary celebration.

The 4-kilometer run started at around 6:00 PM. Starting line was near Jollibee Malaybalay and from there the race route was Fortich Street-Carbajal Street-Capitol-Bonifacio Drive-Magsaysay Street-Sta. Cruz Street-National Highway,Sumpong and back to the starting line.

Waig Crystal Spring Resort in Maramag, Bukidnon

Waig Crystal Spring Resort is one of the two most extensively-developed spring resorts (the other one is RR Family Spring Resort) in Maramag, Bukidnon. Located in Purok-8-A, Spring Site, North Poblacion, Maramag, Waig Crytal Spring Resort is  frequented by both local residents and tourists from neighboring places. Despite its proximity to the town proper, the 3.6-hectare resort is secluded by a lush vegetation and its swimming pools sparkle with crystal-clear spring waters.

Passing by the White Rock Walls in San Jose, Quezon, Bukidnon

The White Rock Walls in San Jose, Quezon, Bukidnon are mountains made of solid limestones and are ideal for rock climbing and rappelling.

Musuan Peak

Also known as Mt. Musuan and Mt. Kalayo, Musuan Peak  has an elevation of 646 meters above sea level. It is located in Musuan, Dologon, Maramag, Bukidnon. It is actually an active volcano which, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology, last erupted in 1866 and 1867. Because of its proximity to Central Mindanao University (CMU), it is a popular picnic and hiking place for students and teachers alike. There is an easy trail going up to the peak where one can enjoy a panoramic view of the Bukidnon's mountains, forests, vast rice and sugarcane fields and the Pulangi River.

D' Stable Eco Resort (Quadra), Malaybalay City

 

D' Stable Eco Resort is more popularly known as Quadra. It is located in Sta. Cruz, Sumpong, Malaybalay City, just a few meters away from Shepherds Meadow Memorial Park.

Conquering Asia's Longest Dual Zipline-Dahilayan Zipzone

(Zipzone is the main attraction of Dahilayan Adventure Park in Dahilayan, Manolo Foritich, Bukidnon. This post first appeared in my other blog, Philippine Travel Blog. This is the second of the four-part series of posts I made about our adventures in Dahilayan Adventure Park and Dahilayan Gardens and Resort. Click here to read the more about Dahilayan Adventure Park and Dahilayan Gardens and Resort.)

After eating breakfast at the Cowboys Grill and more picture taking, we walked back to Dahilayan Adventure Park.

Mount Capistrano

 Mount Capistrano looms over the vast rice fields of "Basakan Area".

With its attractive rock formations and challenging caves, Mount Capistrano is a favorite climbing destination of local folks and nature trekkers especially during the lent season. Despite its rough terrains and sharp rocks, it offers a good spot to enjoy the panoramic view of the neighboring mountains and the vast acres of rice and corn fields below.