Facts
- Elevation: 2,815 m (9,236 ft)
- Prominence: 1,590 m
- Ribu category:
Tinggi Sedang - Region:
Mindanao - Coordinates: 7.6908, 124.5075
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Bagging It!
Despite being a major peak and reputedly one of the most elusive of Mindanao’s highest mountains, there are virtually no verified ascent logs or widely documented climbs. Known locally as the Blue Mountain, its summit was reached in April 2013 during a rare mountaineering expedition.
Practicalities
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- Getting there: No standard trailhead or guiding service exists for recreational hiking; access is considered highly restricted due to both terrain and regional security considerations.
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- Permits: There are no publicly documented permits or official procedures for climbing. Many reports suggest the area remains under security restrictions, and local authorities rarely issue access permits due to historical instability in the region. Trekkers should assume independent access is not allowed, and only expeditionary approaches via special invitation or clearance from regional administrations may be possible.
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- Water sources: Streams and small rivers may be available early in the approach.
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Location
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Origins and Meaning
The names Mount Ragang, Mount Piapayungan, and local appellation “Blue Mountain” are used interchangeably, though some sources argue they refer to separate peaks within the same massif. Traditional epic names include “Palao Ragang”, meaning “mountain where smoke or fire rises”, reflecting its status as a still-active stratovolcano, with its last confirmed eruption in July 1916 though there is ongoing debate over its eruptive history. Locally, the mountain is also called the Sleeping Lady, particularly by communities around Marawi, due to its silhouette on the horizon.