Side Trip To Sitio La Presa

       Sitio La Presa has become a household word and has become one of the favorite tourist destinations near Baguio City. Sitio La Presa is a secluded place located in Mt. Cabuyao, Sto. Tomas, Benguet. This is just 30 minutes drive uphill—minus the traffic—from the hustle and bustle of Baguio City. You can access this place via Green Valley route. By touring this place, you will be charged of P25 pesos for the environmental fee except for the drivers and children. Souvenir stores and food stores--including Kentucky Fried Chicken---are available in La Presa.

       Aside from the famous Sitio La Presa, you can also visit the widely seen object in Baguio City: the Cabuyao RADAR station. The RADAR has become the landmark and point of destination of Sitio La Presa.

       Mt Cabuyao is 2,025 meters above sea level or 6,644 feet above sea level (ASL)---that's 1,594 feet (rough order of magnitude)higher than Baguio City. It is one of the highest highway system in the Philippines. 

       The highest point in Philippine highway system is located in Barangay Paoay, Atok, Benguet. This is about 7400 feet ASL. This is located at (52KM) Halsema Highway. Therefrom, you can see the majestic view of the second highest peak (MT PULAG) in the Philippines.