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A Day Hike Guide To Mt. Loay (Traverse Langan Falls) – 11 Things To Know Prior To Your Adventure

WHERE TO STAY Mount Loay, As with other activities you do, you would want to be ready for your next adventure – this time, scaling Mt. Loay in Sta. Cruz, Davao del Sur. Being prepared increases the chances of your trek to become not just a success but, ultimately, a truly fun-filled activity. At the end of the day, you go out for a trek to learn… and to enjoy! That said, I thought writing this guide can help you become fully prepared for this particular adventure.

Scaling Mt. Loay is considered by seasoned hikers as a minor climb. It is just about reaching the peak of 1000-meter above-sea-level elevation (give or take). In fact, many choose this place as a training ground in preparation for a major climb – e.g. Mt. Apo climb. If you are new to hiking, however, better do some muscle flexes prior to your climb. It is going to help a lot for you to get not totally exhausted most especially if you traverse to Langan.

Mt. Loay can be DIY-ed

Many asked about whether or not a Mt. Loay climb can be done without a guide. The trail is pretty easy to follow; besides, you can pass by several houses where you can ask for direction. So, yes, you can do it yourself.

The terrain isn’t that steep (except the area near the peak)

The climb begins at the Loay junction, which is near the bridge – about 100 meters away before reaching Santa Cruz Public Market (if you are coming from Davao City).

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