Best Hiking Areas Near Bacolod City/Negros Philippines

Hello everyone! That’s my first post about Philippines 🙂 I hope it will help you to find new places here 🙂 Today, I will tell you about hiking places near Bacolod/Negros Occidental

Easy to Moderate:

1. Mt. Makawiwili Trail:
   • Length: 5 kilometers (roundtrip)
   • Difficulty: Moderate
   • Notable Features: Panoramic views of Bacolod City, lush forests, diverse flora and fauna.
   • Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/123456789 (Search “Mt. Makawiwili Trailhead” on Google Maps)
2. Mambukal Mountain Resort Trails:
   • Length: Varies (from short nature walks to longer hikes)
   • Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
   • Notable Features: Cascading waterfalls, natural swimming holes, diverse birdlife, scenic viewpoints.
   • Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/123456789 (Search “Mambukal Mountain Resort” on Google Maps)
3. Campuestohan Highland Resort Trails:
   • Length: Varies (from short walks to longer hikes)
   • Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
   • Notable Features: Stunning mountain views, pine forests, flower gardens, adventure activities like ziplining and horseback riding.
   • Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/123456789 (Search “Campuestohan Highland Resort” on Google Maps)
4. Guimaras Island Trails: (Take a ferry from Bacolod to Guimaras)
   • Length: Varies depending on the trail chosen
   • Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
   • Notable Features: Coastal views, mango plantations, hidden beaches, charming villages.
   • Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/123456789 (Search “Guimaras Island” on Google Maps and explore trails within the island)
5. Bago City Nature Trails:
   • Length: Varies depending on the trail chosen
   • Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
   • Notable Features: Rice paddies, sugarcane fields, local villages, birdwatching opportunities.
   • Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/123456789 (Search “Bago City” on Google Maps and explore trails in the surrounding areas)

Moderate to Challenging:

1. Mt. Silay Trail:
   • Length: 8 kilometers (roundtrip)
   • Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging
   • Notable Features: Dense forests, challenging climbs, rewarding summit views.
   • Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/123456789 (Search “Mt. Silay Trailhead” on Google Maps)
2. Mt. Mandalagan Trails:
   • Length: Varies depending on the trail chosen (multi-day treks possible)
   • Difficulty: Challenging
   • Notable Features: Diverse ecosystems, waterfalls, challenging climbs, stunning summit views.
   • Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/123456789 (Search “Mt. Mandalagan Trailhead” on Google Maps)
3. Don Salvador Benedicto Trails:
   • Length: Varies depending on the trail chosen
   • Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging
   • Notable Features: Mountain views, pine forests, waterfalls, challenging climbs.
   • Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/123456789 (Search “Don Salvador Benedicto” on Google Maps and explore trails in the area)
4. Canlaon City Trails:
   • Length: Varies depending on the trail chosen
   • Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging
   • Notable Features: Volcanic landscapes, hot springs, challenging climbs, scenic views.
   • Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/123456789 (Search “Canlaon City” on Google Maps and explore trails in the surrounding areas)
5. Toledo City Trails: (Further out, about 50 miles from Bacolod)
   • Length: Varies depending on the trail chosen
   • Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging
   • Notable Features: Caves, waterfalls, challenging climbs, scenic views.
   • Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/123456789 (Search “Toledo City” on Google Maps and explore trails in the area)