Located in the bordering towns of Mayantoc, Camiling and San Clemente in Tarlac province, Mt. Damas stands at only 2250 ft. above sea level but has gained notoriety as "small but terrible mountain". Is not as high compared to other major mountains but the trail that leads to the summit offers a great challenge to hikers due to it's steepness which is comprised of full assault and cardiac trails on an open grassland ridges thus earning the right to be classified as a major hike.
Ironically, the jump off point in Dueg resettlement area has almost the same elevation as Mt. Damas, thus making the traverse trail comprised of descending and ascending through a series of steep mountain ridges. Each one has an average of 60 to 70 degrees slope before reaching Mt. Damas. Upon reaching the summit one will be rewarded with a 360 degree view of Tarlac and Pangasinan making it one of the most scenic and rewarding mountain in Tarlac. There are no trees to cover under the heat of the sun except the lone tree that paved the way for Mt. Damas to be discovered by Game Nest mountaineers through their exploration.
How to Get There:
1. Ride a bus with a sign board that passes Camiling (Solid North: San Carlos).
2. Once in Camiling, ride a tricyle bound to Sitio Dueg.
3. Secure a guide
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