John Hay Air Base, Military heritage site in Baguio City, Philippines.
The 530-acre facility contains preserved military buildings, forest trails, and recreational areas situated at an elevation of 5,000 feet above sea level.
The United States 48th Infantry established this military reservation in 1903 under President Theodore Roosevelt's administration as a refuge from Philippine lowland temperatures.
The Bell House museum displays American colonial architecture and military artifacts, while local vendors offer traditional Filipino dishes throughout the grounds.
Visitors access the site through direct buses from Manila to Baguio City, with entrance fees ranging from 70 to 900 pesos for different attractions.
The Cemetery of Negativism features stone markers with inscriptions meant to symbolize the burial of negative thoughts in the mountain environment.
Location: Baguio
Inception: October 25, 1903
GPS coordinates: 16.39260,120.61930
Latest update: April 1, 2025 22:39
Dominican Hill Retreat House
3.7 km
Laperal White House
2.6 km
Baguio Botanical Garden
2.5 km
Burnham Park
3.2 km
The Mansion
2.2 km
Baguio Cathedral
3.1 km
Mines View Park
3.1 km
Camp John Hay
1.3 km
Valley of Colors
5.2 km
Baguio Museum
2.7 km
Baguio Teachers’ Camp historical marker
2.6 km
Bell Church
4.9 km
Baguio City Hall
3.8 km
Dominican Hill and Retreat House historical marker
3.7 km
Baguio City Hall historical marker
3.8 km
Philippine Commission’s First Session in Baguio historical marker
3 km
Mansion House historical marker
2.3 km
Baguio Country Club historical marker
1.7 km
Emilio F. Aguinaldo Museum
2.9 km
United Church of Christ in the Philippines historical marker
3.6 km
Former Site of Philippine Military Academy historical marker
2.6 km
Jose Rizal historical markers
3.6 km
Former Site of the Constabulary School historical marker
3.9 km
Casa Vallejo historical marker
2.8 km
Mansion House historical marker
2.2 km
Brent School historical marker
2.9 km
Camp of the Teachers historical marker
2.3 km
Dragon Treasure Castle
6.5 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes