If you are looking for a new mountain in Rizal, wait for the opening of Mt. Canumay. At this time, this mountain is not yet open to the public. According to locals, it will be opened this summer (2017). Mt. Canumay’s jump off point is located in Purok Canumay, Sitio San Ysiro, Bragy San Jose, Antipolo City.

Mt Canumay

Mt. Canumay is considered as minor climb destination. This new mountain has an elevation of 980 MASL with trail class of 1-5 and difficulty of 4/9. The trail is not yet visible so it’s a must to have a guide. There are lots of tall cogon grasses and buho – a kind of bamboo as well ratan and narra tree along the trail. 

Camping is located near the summit. It’s must to contact first coordinator in the local govt if you are going to stay overnight. Water source is limited. Limatics are not visible in the area.

The summit offer an amazing view of Serra Madre Mountain Range, Metro Manila Skyline and Laguna Lake.

How To get to Mt Canumay /  Mt Biak na Bato
From Cubao (Gateway/ Puregold), take a jeepney going to Cogeo 2 and drop off at Veterans. From there, take a tricycle going to Seedling.
From Seedling, you have an option to walk going toSitio Canumay ( 1 and 1/2 hour walk) or ride a habal-habal (P150).
DIY Budget / Expenses 
  • Cubao to Cogeo via Jeep – P35
  • Cogeo to  Veterans via jeep – P23
  • Veterans to Seedling- P35
  • Guide Fee- P500/5 pax
  • Registration Fee- P60

*photo from Kevinne Penero Corpuz

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