Sierra Madre – Philippines’ Longest Mountain Range

THE SIERRA MADRE
MOUNTAIN RANGE

Photo from: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-1264010/New-species-giant-lizard-discovered-Philippine-forests.html

The Sierra Madre is the longest mountain range in the Philippines. Running in the north-south direction from the provinces of Cagayan to the north and Quezon to the south, the mountains form the eastern backbone of Luzon Island, the largest island of the archipelago. It is bordered by the Pacific Ocean to the east. The Pacific coast of Luzon along the Sierra Madre is less developed as the lofty and continuous mountains forms a bold and an almost inaccessible shore, exposed to the full force of the northeast monsoon and the waves of the Pacific Ocean. Some of communities east of the mountain range and along the coast are so remote they are only accessible by plane or boat.

The Sierra Madre covers from Aurora, Bulacan, Cagayan, Isabela, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Quezon, Quirino and Rizal province. Read More: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sierra_Madre_(Philippines)

Photo from: http://www.trailadventours.com/philippine-mountains/sierra-madre#fun

Stretching from Cagayan to Quezon, Sierra Madre Mountain Range is truly the longest mountain range in the Philippines. The mountain range covers 10 provinces and stands proudlyat 6,069 feet. One of the main attractions in the mountain is Mt. Pinagbanderahan. Mt. Pinagbanderahan is one of the most conserved national parks of the country. It is a historical site that serves as a natural habitat for centuries-old trees and numerous unknown plant species. Furthermore, the mountain is also believed to be the place where the American and Japanese flags were hoisted in 1939.

Sierra Madre Mountain Range has a lot more to offer besides Mt. Pinagbanderahan. In the trail, you will have the chance to hike, explore a cave, eat local food, swim and jump from a waterfall. Bantakay Falls, one of the main attractions of the mountain range, flaunts of its clear and gushing waters that look like strands of straight hair when viewed from afar.All these fascinating natural works are possible to see because the trek is relatively an easy one and can be therefore recommended to beginners.

At the peak, enjoy a picturesque 360° view of Marinduque and Quezon. The trek to Mt. Sierra Madre will surely make you crave for more adventures with us. So why don’t you share life outdoors, Trail Adventours? Read More: http://www.trailadventours.com/philippine-mountains/sierra-madre#fun

Photo from: http://insights.looloo.com/stunning-luzon-photos/

The Philippine crocodile still survives in the wild in the foothills of the Northern Sierra Madre Mountains in Northeast Luzon. This area still is home to a large number of endemic and threatened species that have become rare or extinct elsewhere in the Philippines. The Northern Sierra Madre Natural Park in Isabela Province is the largest protected area of the country. Read More: http://www.mabuwaya.org/

Photo from: http://www.wikiwand.com/en/Sierra_Madre_(Philippines)

The Sierra Madre is a mountain range located in the north-eastern coast of Luzon starting from the province of Cagayan and ending in the south in the province of Quezon.

There are a lot of endemic species in the place. One known species is the lizard called Butikaw or scientifically known as Varanus bitatawa. The Aeta and Ilongot settlers in the place have already known about the creature and had it as one of the sources of their food. Read More: http://bestphilippinetouristspots.com/a-real-life-panorama-in-the-philippines

Sierra Madre – Philippines’ Longest Mountain Range

Where is Sierra Madre and How To Get There

Attractions in and Around Sierra Madre

Fun Activities To Do Around Sierra Madre

Sierra Madre Photo Gallery

Sierra Madre Video Collections