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The Best Hiking Spots 3 Hours Away from Manila
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PUBLISHED: April 2026
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Summer hiking season is here 🌞 Hiking spots a few hours from Manila, perfect for quick escapes, fresh air, and scenic views!
1. Mt. Manalmon & Mt. Gola
1. Mt. Manalmon & Mt. Gola
A fun combo hike with caves, river crossings, and easy trails at Manalmon, plus a ridge climb at Gola with wide Sierra Madre views
Where: San Miguel, Bulacan
Travel Time: ~2 - 3 hrs away from Manila
2. Mt. Batulao
2. Mt. Batulao
A beginner-friendly ridge hike known for its rolling grasslands and breathtaking sunrise views that feel straight out of a postcard
Where: Nasugbu, Batangas
Travel Time: ~2.5 - 3 hrs away from Manila
3. Mt. Maculot
3. Mt. Maculot
Famous for its steep but short climb leading to the iconic Rockies viewpoint overlooking the stunning Taal Lake
Where: Cuenca, Batangas
Travel Time: ~2.5 - 3 hrs away from Manila
4. Mt. Daraitan
4. Mt. Daraitan
A scenic challenging hike known for limestone landscapes, river crossings, and natural swimming spots that make journey as rewarding as summit
Where: Tanay, Rizal
Travel Time: ~2.5 - 3 hrs away from Manila
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