Makiling Forest Reserve Laguna

We didn't know that to go to peak 2 you must be at agila base before 9 a.m. that's our fault for lack of research beforehand. It took us sometime to get to Agila base as there were alot of picture taking at Flat Rocks, some rivers, the Forest park, and the Mud springs.
The trail itself to Agila Base is a concrete road making it perfect for a casual walk up the mountain. A plethora of flora and fauna will present themselves as you trek up Makiling.
In the event of an emergency or if you are just too tired you can ask the locals to give you a ride down to the entrance for 100 pesos.
You can also get a permit if you plan to drive your car or motorbike up to Agila Base.

Trees
by Joyce Kilmer

I think that I shall never see
A poem lovely as a tree.

A tree whose hungry mouth is prest
Against the earth’s sweet flowing breast;

A tree that looks at God all day,
And lifts her leafy arms to pray;

A tree that may in Summer wear
A nest of robins in her hair;

Upon whose bosom snow has lain;
Who intimately lives with rain.

Poems are made by fools like me,
But only God can make a tree.

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We have a habit of visiting Makiling Forest Reserve every Holy Week, my siblings and my Mom loved it. I am with other friends as well..

Most accesible Major Hike within my side of Metro Manila. Lush rainforests, challenging trails, diverse flora and fauna. Everything an outdoorsman would want in a weekend hike.

One of the mysterious rainforest in the Philippines. There are many beliefs in this forest but one thing I'm sure of it is one of the beautiful forest. It is also known as Maria Makiling named after the fairy which is said to be the generous and beautiful guardian of this forest. Generous because she offers refuge to tired hunters and helps collects firewood on old ladies where she slips gold nuggets sometimes. There's a lot of stories about her which is passed down from generation to generation. She has a rich vegetation even she has a lot of visitors mainly mountaineers, trail runners, and pilgrimers. She is already considered as protected area so when going there you need to register on the camp at her feet and take a guide with you for your safety as well as for her conservation. Went here for the birthday climb of my sister and brother in law which they considered as one of the memorable experience due to its beauty as well difficulty. The trail to its peak is not suggested for beginners since it has technical parts like some small rappelling and a long walk. Always observe the Leave No Trace discipline for its conservation when you visit her.

I love this natural mountain. Fresh air and grean

Went here to see the actual bloom of Rafflesia. It was a very nice experience. Everyone was nice and there is a lot of things to see

This place should be protected ny the government. This is one of the treasure of the country. More trees, breeds of animals and insects and most specialy plants that gives us life. If you visit the Makiling forest, you will be relaxed, you will forget your problems, you will revitalize and your soul will be replenished. Go come visit the Makiling Forest and experience it on your own.

Well-preserved forest, challenging hike/climb, and a great place to commune with nature.

Ok. Curiosity satisfied about UP Los Baños and the Philippine High School for the Arts at the Mt. Makiling.

I used to live here very nice and quiet place i miss home

C'mon people, let us preserve what's left of our nature! Come to the EcoTrail of the Botanical Garden to get that mini-hiking experience.

Good place to hike and exercise

Been there and I got several guides with me who are students from the university, they really know all about the forest, I was impressed, they showed me a tree the tears of the lizard, flowers that looked like if they where old and crumbled also the bat flower, candle flowers.. it was amazing. For all in the neighbourhood, go there and take the tour.

Mt. Makiling is my home away from home.

I love nature and I think anyone that doesn't love nature will learn and appreciate it once they go in Mt Makiling.

From Station 1 up to Station 9 you would be able to trek the road, however stations 10 onward will make most of your trekking shoe because of all the leeches and mud. Nevertheless, Mt Makiling is a place to be if you wanna get near nature.

5 star : really good place to relax

Improvements needed : the paved road is good for road bike but take caution going down because of leaves and other dirt on the side of the road. Regular and frequent cleaning would help.

“We do not own the Earth, we merely borrowed it from
Our children” - Indian Chief
The mountain must be protected as it gives us the breath of life. It stands as the Carbon sink. It sequesters Carbon dioxide and prevents global warming. In addition it is home to species of plants and animals. It is our nation’s duty to keep development sustainable.

Love this sanctuary! Accessible yet still clean and quiet. Almost a ritual for me to visit it every time I am in Manila.

Concrete roads have been built now for most sections of the path up the mountain. Worried that eventually the forest will be badly polluted with even more jeepneys and motorbikes plying between the foot and Agila Base up the mountain.

Pray that there will be control to limit the number of vehicles moving up and down the mountain. Preserve this precious greenery on the map of Philippines please.

Still as beautiful as it was 25 yrs ago. There are still trash lying around due to irresponsible hikers and would be great if they had signs to prevent these folks from throwing their trash around.