Northern Mindanao

Area: 14,033.0 sq. km
Provinces and their capitals:
Camiguin:Mambajao
Bukidnon:Malaybalay
Misamis Occidental:Oroquieta City
Misamis Oriental:Cagayan de Oro City

Cities: Cagayan de Oro City, Ozamis City, Oroqueta City, Tangub, Gingoog

The Physical features of the region differ from place to place.

Camiguin is a volcanic island with seven volcanoes dominating the rugged, hilly terrain. The coastline alternates between black or white sand beaches and volcanic rocks. The three highest volcanoes in the province are Mt. Tempong, Mt. Mambajao, and Mt. Hibok-Hibok. Bays surrounding the province are sources of livelihood.

Bukidnon is a plateau cut by the deep and wide canyons of the Cagayan, Palangui, and Tagoloan Rivers. The southwestern and eastern borders are densely forested mountains including Mt. Kitanlad, Mt. Katalungan, and Mt. Tankulan.

Misamis Occidental is a narrow coastal plain. In the west are rolling hills and rugged mountains with dense forest. The highest peaks are Mt. Malindang and Mt. Ampero. Lake Duminagat is related to the volcanic nature of Mt. Malindang.

Misamis Oriental is an irregular coastline indented by Macajalar and Gingoog Bays. The central part of its interior is characterized by sloping lowlands and a river from the sea. The coastal lowlands are narrow. Cagayan River flows from the rugged mountain of Mt. Malindang.

Climate

Northern Mindanao has a comparatively cool climate. Heavy rainfall bought by the northeast monsoon occurs during rainy season. Destructive typhoons seldom visit the region.

Beautiful Spots

Mangima Canyon in Fortich, Bukidnon has a zigzag road winding up and down the wide, deep canyon.

In Sumilang, hanging ladders ascend a cliff wall of Mt. Palaspas to the multi-chambered Paiyak Cave, a burial site.

Mt. Kitanlad is sanctuary to the monkey-eating eagle and to wild plants and animals.

Katibawasan Falls in Mambajao is a favorite place of tourist in Camiguin. It cascades 50 meters down to a pool surrounded by orchids, budders, and wild ferns.

Camiguin is a volcanic island. Mount Hibok-Hibok is the most active among the island's seven volcanoes.

Ardent Hot Spring has a swimming pool fed by warm water from inside Mt. Hibok-Hibok. The water is believed to have a medicinal value.