Facts
- Elevation: 1,338 m (4,390 ft)
- Prominence: 1,093 m
- Ribu category:
Kurang Tinggi - Region:
Central Philippines - Island: Palawan
- Coordinates: 9.6183, 118.4475
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The Anepahan Peaks form part of the Victoria-Anepahan Mountain Range in central Palawan, recognized for their rugged beauty, high forest cover, and ecological significance. The area is dominated by dense, humid montane forest and is not a major commercial trekking destination, meaning trails—where they exist—are often used primarily by local indigenous peoples such as the Tagbanua. Reaching the summit typically involves multi-day expeditions, traversing unmarked jungle trails and sometimes following hunter or rattan-collector paths. Due to the remoteness and lack of formal climbing infrastructure, it is essential to coordinate with local guides who know the terrain and can help arrange logistics for crossing rivers, dense secondary growth, and remote campsites. Expeditions generally begin from the municipality of Narra or nearby foothill barangays, moving through ancestral lands and catching panoramic views of Palawan’s forests and lowlands near the summit.
Practicalities
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- Getting there: From Puerto Princesa City, head south by bus or van to the town of Narra or Quezon. Local arrangements with barangay officials or indigenous Tagbanua representatives are needed to find suitable guides and entry points
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- Permits: There is currently no officially designated protected area status for the Victoria-Anepahan Range or Anepahan Peaks, though the area is covered by various overlapping land-use regulations, including ancestral domain claims and watershed management plans. Climbers and trekkers should seek permission from local government units (LGUs) and, importantly, the Tagbanua indigenous community, as much of the mountain forests are under their stewardship.
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- Water sources: Fresh water can often be sourced from rivers encountered along the trek, particularly at lower elevations.
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Origins and Meaning
The exact etymology of “Anepahan” is not documented in available sources.