Planning a trip to Baguio or Benguet? This is the perfect time to head up North, when the area is at its coolest, and the holiday crowds have already started to thin. If you need another reason to visit the Cordillera Region, then this new ecotourism attraction might just be the push you need to hop on that bus to Benguet.
Introducing Mt. Camisong Forest Park and Events Place, a retreat bringing a blend of adventure and tranquility for the outdoorsy folk. Explore beyond the usual Baguio spots and add this new spot to your itineraries. Here's what you need to know about this new destination.
Check out Mt. Camisong Forest Park in Itogon, Benguet:
Mt. Camisong Forest Park and Events Place is Benguet's newest attraction that'll bring lowland folk closer to the full glory of the Cordilleras. The ecotourism spot opened on February 1.
One of the park's highlights is the glass viewing deck, Alapaap. The walkway, which overlooks the mountainside, creates the illusion of walking atop the slopes, giving guests a panoramic view of the Benguet pine forests. On a cloudy or foggy day, you would practically be walking on clouds.
But if the prospect of walking on the transparent glass on the mountainside makes your knees weak, you can still bask in the cool pine air while taking a leisurely forest bathing walk on the elevated forest trails in the area.
Aside from the glass walkway, other attractions in Mt. Camisong Forest Park include Dagitab, an amphitheater that serves as a venue for performances by local and visiting talents. There's also the Marahuyo Cafe, where you can grab snacks or a warm drink while enjoying the views.
Starting February 15, more activities will be available to the public. Outdoorsy guests can enjoy the Alpas trail where they can go on a forest adventure on the marked hiking and mountain biking trails within the property.
More than just being another viewpoint up in the mountains, Mt. Camisong Forest Park is dedicated to preserving the beauty of nature and sharing Cordilleran heritage.
"At Mt. Camisong, we aim to protect the natural beauty of our surroundings while fostering a space for the community to engage with nature," the park says in a post on its social media pages.
Entrance to Mt. Camisong Forest Park in Itogon Benguet
Mt. Camisong Forest Park and Events Place is open daily from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. It will be on soft opening starting February 1.
Here are the ticket prices to visit the park:
- Adult: P500
- Student: P400
- Local Resident: P400
- Senior/PWD: P350
- Child Below 7 years old: Free
Fees collected by Mt. Camisong Forest Park include access to all the activities and attractions in the park. This also includes the use of electric shuttles to move around the area, especially for seniors, pregnant women, and those with mobility concerns.
How to get to Mt. Camisong Forest Park in Itogon, Benguet?
Mt. Camisong is located in Brgy. Loacan, Itogon, Benguet, which is roughly 16.5 kilometers away from Baguio City. Depending on where you come from in Baguio City, Mt. Camisong Forest Park can be around 20 minutes to an hour away.
For example, if you're coming from the area of Baguio Botanical Garden, it might take you roughly 30 minutes, but if you're coming from the Ambuklao Road area—the mountainous area where Cantina and The Barn are located—it'll only be around 15 minutes away by car.
To reach Mt. Camisong Forest Park, use the Google Maps pin "Mt. Camisong Forest Park and Events."
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