Facts
- Elevation: 1,532 m (5,026 ft)
- Prominence: 1,219 m
- Ribu category:
Kurang Tinggi
- Region:
Mindanao
- Coordinates: 7.9758, 123.2283
- Rating:
- World Ribus ID: 69544
Bagging It!
Mount Pinukis, located in Barangay Lison Valley, Pagadian City, Zamboanga del Sur is the most topographically prominent peak in the Zamboanga Peninsula. It is recognized as a sacred mountain by the Subanen indigenous community and forms a significant watershed source for three provinces. Its terrain is primarily dense intact rainforest, but there are no publicly available trip reports describing ascent routes, trail conditions, or duration.
Practicalities
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- Getting there: Unknown at present.
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- Permits: Unknown at present.
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- Water sources: Unknown at present.
Local Average Monthly Rainfall (in Davao City)
Location
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Origins and Meaning
The name Pinukis derives from the Subanen language and is revered as a sacred place within their spiritual traditions. Beyond this, specific legends, meanings, or cultural narratives have not been documented in public sources.