Mt. Apo trails
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Overview
ADDRESS
Mindanao
Sports & Events
Trail RunningRecent major events highlighting Mt. Apo trails capability for high-level competitions and large audiences
| 2025 | Mt. Apo Sky Race | Trail Running |
| 2024 | Mt. APO Sky & Vertical Race | Trail Running |
| 2023 | Mt. APO Sky & Vertical Race | — |
| 2022 | Mt. APO Sky & Vertical Race | Trail Running |
Venue Details & Specs
Mt. Apo is the Philippines’ highest peak at 2,954 m. It features popular and race-tested trails such as the Kapatagan trail's farmland and forest paths, the Sibulan trail with a rock-heavy section, and the Kidapawan/Ilomavis route that funnels toward Lake Venado.
In 2025, the Mt. Apo area hosted the Mt. Apo Sky & Vertical Race 2025, a part of the Asia Trail Master seasonal calendar, proving that the mountain can carry top-tier trail-running operations under real race conditions.
| Elevation | 2,900+ m ASL |
Logistics & Access
Approximate distance to major transport hubs
| Davao International Airport | 144 km |
| MAE WESS Davao-Samal Ferry Wharf | 146 km |
| Davao City Overland Transport Terminal | 134 km |
3+ hour from Davao City center via Davao-Cotabato Road
Accommodations & Dining
Major hotels near Mt. Apo trails
| Catigan Mountain Breeze Resort | |
| Sunridge Resort | |
| RedDoorz Plus @ABC Landmark Hotel | 30.5 km |
| Acacia Hotel Davao | 141 km |
| Dusit Thani Residence Davao | 143 km |
| Apo View Hotel | 138 km |
Popular dining options near Mt. Apo trails
| Macatabo Farm | Filipino | |
| The Berries Farm Cabin & Restaurant | Filipino | |
| Altamers Mountain Resort | Café | |
| Vista Restaurant | Filipino | |
| Hillside Kopi Haus and Ihaw-Ihaw House | Filipino | |
| Robata Restaurant | 29.8 km | Japanese |
| Jollibee | 28.7 km | Fast food |
Health & Safety
Hospitals near Mt. Apo trails
| Southern Philippines Medical Center | Public – General | 141 km |
| Kidapawan Doctors Hospital | Private – General | 28.2 km |
| Adventist Hospital, Davao | Private – General | 128 km |
| Davao Doctors Hospital | Private – General | 136 km |
In case of emergency, contact:
| Emergency Hotline | 911 |
Contact Information
Department of Environment and Natural Resources – Mt. Apo Natural Park
✉️ manppasuxii@gmail.com
About Davao City
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Davao City is the main gateway to Mindanao, with full-service hotels, urban parks, and an international airport to support large sports tournaments and other events, plus nearby beaches and mountain escapes for leisurely side trips.
Contacts
City Mayor’s Office – Davao City
cmo@davaocity.gov.ph
City Tourism Operations Office – Davao City
ctoo@davaocity.gov.ph
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