Mayon Volcano Natural Park

Mayon Volcano Natural Park protects roughly 5,775 hectares around a mountain with a perfectly symmetrical cone shape rising about 2,353 meters (7,726 feet). The landscape displays the distinctive form of a volcanic peak with steep slopes leading to a sharp summit.

The area became a protected zone in 1938 as part of efforts to safeguard the region. It was redesignated as a formal natural park in 2000 to strengthen conservation and management practices.

The volcano's name comes from a Bicolano word meaning beauty, showing how central it is to local identity and traditions. People from the surrounding communities have long connections to this place through stories and daily life.

Visitors reach the park through Legazpi City and should plan trips during the dry season from November to April for the best conditions. Licensed guides lead walks along established trails throughout the protected area.

A church bell tower stands within the park, the only visible remains of a town that was buried during a major volcanic eruption in 1814. This structure serves as a poignant reminder of one of the region's most devastating natural events.

Location: Albay

Inception: July 12, 1938

Elevation above the sea: 2,353 m

GPS coordinates: 13.25667,123.68500

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:58