Journey to Mount Capistrano (The Prominent Mountain of Malaybalay)

One of the known outdoor destination in the province of Bukidnon for trekkers, nature goers and adventure climber is Mount Capistrano. Mount Capistrano soar up as high as 610 meters. It is known by its crowned like shape rock formation which is visible in the main road of Malaybalay, Bukidnon. Mount Capistrano is situated at Purok 9, Sitio Binalbagan, Barangay Simaya. You can also access this mountain through Barangay Managok. Mount Capistrano offers a 360 view of Malaybalay City. It is also a perfect site for outdoor and nature photography.

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Fast Facts:

1. Each individuals who wish to summit the mount capistrano are required to visit Ms. Imelda Villaruz for the registration and payment for the environment fee which is 20 php and also the designation of local guide as per mandatory of the local ordinance. Local guide rate is 500php good for 15 person.

2. Registration area is located at the jump off area which is Villaruz residence. Across the registration area is the main entrance heading to the summit of mount Capistrano.

3. Hiking Time depends on your physical capacity and walking pacing. It majority it holds 1 to 2 hours including short rest and picture taking

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As you enter the main entrance you will be greeted with lush green scenery good for 5 minutes and you will be ascending to a concrete staircase with 300 plus steps. Gently ascend according to your pace. After the staircase you will be climbing a short open trail about 80 degree slope (dusty during summer but muddy during rainy season), worry not the slope is installed with safety rope where you can grab yourself uphill. As soon as you reach the end point of the open trail you will welcome with a forested spot.

The forested spot is where the trail becomes challenging because it’s slippery. In this part you might yourself muddied so better secure your footing and grab some short grass or twigs along the trail to ensure you from mud-sliding.After the muddy and slippery part you will be arriving at the bamboo portion where most trekkers and hikers rest and catch their breath. At the end point of the bamboo is the steep rocky terrain.

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It is not as dangerous as long as you're not jumping the sharp portion of the rocky trail. Better be careful in this portion to avoid any injury or worse hard fall. The last part of the trail, the rocky summit. The best part of Mount Capistrano. Where you can enjoy the fresh cool breeze of the wind and feasting your eyes from the green yellow rice fields and nearby short mountain ranges.

Navigational Guide

1. If you're coming from Cagayan de Oro City, ride a south bound bus (Valencia, Wao, Tacurong,and Davao). Inform the driver or conductor to send you off at Barangay Aglayan, Malaybalay (Aglayan Crossing). Grab yourself a Habal-habal or Single Motorcycle to take you at Sitio Binalbagan, Barangay Simaya.

2. If you're coming from Davao City, ride a CDO-bound bus. Inform the driver or conductor to send you off at Barangay Aglayan, Malaybalay (Aglayan Crossing). Grab yourself a Habal-habal or Single Motorcycle to take you at Sitio Binalbagan, Barangay Simaya.

3. If you're from Malaybalay City, ride a south bound bus (Valencia, Wao, Tacurong,and Davao) or you can use multicab vehicle.Inform the driver or conductor to send you off at Barangay Aglayan, Malaybalay (Aglayan Crossing). Grab yourself a Habal-habal or Single Motorcycle to take you at Sitio Binalbagan, Barangay Simaya.

Photo credits by Mark Labrigas

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