Balagbag Trail
Overview
ADDRESS
Rodriguez, Rizal
Sports & Events
Recent major events highlighting Balagbag Trail capability for high-level competitions and large audiences
| 2024 | Balagbag Trail Marathon | Marathon |
Venue Details & Specs
Part of the rugged Sierra Madre foothills, Mt. Balagbag’s Balagbag Trail runs through rolling ridges, open grasslands, and panoramic views of Metro Manila and nearby provinces. An elevation of up to 1,860 m makes this trail an exciting challenge for expert trail runners and recreational hikers alike.
In 2024, the mountain hosted the Balagbag Trail Marathon, welcoming participants of all ages to tackle distances from a demanding 42-km full mountain marathon to a beginner-friendly 5-km course. This successful event highlighted Mt. Balagbag’s capacity to host high-level trail marathons.
| Distance | 42.9 km (Balagbag Trail Marathon '24) |
| Surface | 95% paths, 5% tracks, 45% roads (Balagbag Trail Marathon '24) |
| Elevation | +1860 m ASL |
| ITRA Mountain Level | 4 |
Logistics & Access
Approximate distance to major transport hubs
| Ninoy Aquino International Airport | 48+ km |
| Montalban Public Terminal | 17+ km |
1+ hour drive from Cubao via Commonwealth Ave. & Payatas Rd.
Accommodations & Dining
Major hotels near Balagbag Trail
| Clear View River’s Hotel | 12.1 km |
| Montalban View Hotel | 16.2 km |
Popular dining options near Balagbag Trail
| McDonald’s | 9.5 km | Fast-food |
| Montalban Town Center | 12 km | Mall |
Health & Safety
Hospitals near Balagbag Trail
| Montalban Municipal Health Center | Public health center | 15+ km |
| H Vill Hospital | Private | 15 km |
In case of emergency, contact:
| Montalban Hotline | (02) 8370-3333 / 0919-058-3333 |
| Philippine National Police | 0999-195-5988 |
| Bureau of Fire Protection | (02) 8584-3498 / 0951-604-7279 |
Contact Information
Public Information Office - Rodriguez
About Rodriguez

Commonly known as its former name Montalban (white mountain), Rodriguez captivates with dramatic natural landscapes and sweeping panoramas of the Sierra Madre mountains.
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