Mount Makaturing

Mount Makaturing is an active volcano located in Butig, Lanao del Sur, Philippines, rising to about 1,940 meters (6,365 feet) above sea level. It forms part of the volcanic chain that runs through Central Mindanao with a broad base spreading across roughly 29 kilometers.

The most recent recorded volcanic activity took place in 1882, though some historical eruptions may have been attributed to the neighboring volcano Ragang instead. It remains part of an active geological system that has shaped the region over time.

Locals call this peak Palaw a Magatoring, and it holds deep meaning for communities in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao. The mountain remains woven into daily life and local identity in the surrounding areas.

Climbing this volcano requires working with local guides from Butig town who know the trails and conditions. Plan around local weather patterns and seasonal visibility, as these affect the safety and feasibility of the climb.

A C-47 transport plane crashed near the mountain in 1947, leading to the naming of a Philippine Air Force base after Edwin Andrews, a military commander. This incident ties the location to broader regional aviation history.