Mt. Pamitinan Day Hike
I love the orange leaves.
The view is pretty up there. 🙂
I have reached the peak of Mt.Pamitinan last April. I joined a group of hikers and nature lovers in my new workplace. They are the young ones who are active in everything. So like any other newbie in the company, I join them not because I was forced but because I want to try a new experience with new people.
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MT. PAMITINAN
Rodriguez, Rizal
Major jumpoff: Brgy. Wawa, Rodriguez, Rizal
LLA: 14°43′51.7′′N 121°11′29.2′′ E 426 MASL
Days required / Hours to summit: 1 day / 1.5-3 hours
Specs: Minor, Difficulty 3/9 / Trail class 1-4
Features: Limestone formations, scenic views of Sierra Madre and Rizal province
(www.pinoymountaineer.com)
The trail to Mt. Pamitinan is not easy though it is more established than the others I have experienced. Climbing boulders and rocks is a challenge especially to beginners. Admittedly, though I am not new to hiking, I was physically challenged a bit. The mountain is covered with limestone formations which makes it difficult to saddle going uphill. You need to be extra careful of falling to the ridges. Wearing gloves is recommended for a better grip on rocks with toothed edges.
Me struggling to the peak
Along trail are several viewpoints. Mt. Hapunang Banoy and a distant Mt. Arayat to the north and Sierra Madre mountains from northeast to south. Wawa River and Mt. Binacayan could be seen to the west.
Facing the Sierra Madre mountain ranges
Towns of Rizal
Mt. Binacayan
At the summit.
Wawa Dam
Ruins near Wawa Dam
MT. PAMITINAN DAYHIKE
0430 Take van from Cubao to Brgy. Wawa, Rodriguez, Rizal
0530 ETA Brgy. Wawa
0600 Arrival at Brgy. Wawa. Register at barangay hall / tourism office
0630 Start trek up Mt. Pamitinan
0730 Arrival at Hapunang Banoy junction
0900 ETA summit / Picture taking
1030 Start descent
1230 Back at Brgy. Wawa / Lunch / Explore the area
1400 Tidy up then take outbound trike
1630 Back in Manila
What to bring: Gloves, water, extra clothes, trail food and of course camera.
Total Expenses: P357.00
P50.00 DENR Office
P67.00 Guide Fee (800/12)
P80.00 Lunch
P40.00 Water
P120.00 Transportation
November 12, 2016 @ 8:03 am
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March 20, 2017 @ 9:21 pm
That looks like an amazing hike! I do love to hike especially somewhere high in the mountains! I will have to check this place out if I ever get there.
March 20, 2017 @ 10:14 pm
That looks like so much fun! I love that rope portion. The whole thing just feels like it would make you feel like a rock star at the end of it all.
March 20, 2017 @ 10:45 pm
What a beautiful day it looks like you had! I love hiking and this looks like a really fun one!
March 20, 2017 @ 11:19 pm
You must be in fantastic physical shape. I’m sure that the view and the sense of accomplishment must have made the trek worth the effort.
March 20, 2017 @ 11:38 pm
I had to Google where this is! Looks like a beautiful day and a beautiful view. I love the holding sun photo.
March 22, 2017 @ 2:25 am
Wow thanks for liking Tamara! ?
March 21, 2017 @ 5:56 am
WOW! That is an intense hike!! I have never been on one that daring! Good for you!
March 21, 2017 @ 6:30 am
Great scenic views from your day trips. I’d love to visit this place!
March 21, 2017 @ 8:13 am
How amazing it is for you to take these type of hikes! Look like the trip is so well worth it – those views, though!
March 21, 2017 @ 9:32 am
This is such a beautiful view. I love to go hiking. It is a great way to clear my mind and get a workout.
March 21, 2017 @ 2:46 pm
That looks like a tough one, but seeing the peak is all worth it. I wish I could do this.
March 21, 2017 @ 7:23 pm
That was a serious hike. The views are worth it as they are stunning. The hiking I’ve done is nothing compared to this.
March 21, 2017 @ 9:03 pm
This place looks amazing and peaceful. But like a lot of hard work. I would love to go there to visit!
March 21, 2017 @ 9:28 pm
What a fun adventure! Those photos are so lovely and looks fun.
March 21, 2017 @ 11:29 pm
That looks like a great place to be! I love to go hiking. It’s great exercise and fun for the whole family.
March 22, 2017 @ 1:34 am
That looks like so much fun. It makes me sad that I am unable to do some of these things. I’m just a bit cautious since I had back surgery a little over a year ago.
March 22, 2017 @ 4:58 am
That looks fun and also scary! I am sure it was a fun hiking! See the nature and get exercise.
March 22, 2017 @ 4:58 am
Wow what a beautiful hike! The best reward is taking in that view from the top!
March 22, 2017 @ 5:48 am
What a beautiful view and wonderful experience! I would love to go mountain climbing someday!
March 22, 2017 @ 7:34 am
That looks like an awesome hike! I love the pictures you shared too! 🙂
March 22, 2017 @ 7:55 am
The hiking may have been challenging but it sure looks like the view was worth it. We’re planning to do a lot more hiking this year, I love it but we’ve gotten out of the habit the last few years with having three toddlers.
March 22, 2017 @ 10:43 am
What an amazing hike! This looks like it was such a fun time – I love taking hikes and it is so rewarding when there’s a view like this at the top!
March 23, 2017 @ 2:50 am
what a VIEW! I would love to try this some day (a real hike and climb!) My parents used to do this quite a bit, now I should : ) thanks for sharing your awesome adventure!
March 23, 2017 @ 5:34 am
Looks like an awesome experience! I would love to be able to go to a place like this!