NATURAL/MAN-MADE ATTRACTIONS
3,003
Steps to Linabo Peak
High at the foot of the heavens, concrete steps winding along a tunnel of
verdant trees leads the visitor to a panoramic vista of sky, plains and
sea -- horizons and a spectacular view of the twin cities of Dipolog and
Dapitan. This is Dipolog's highest elevation point -- 460 meters above sea
level. A rarefied experience, at the very least. The first 1,001 steps
were started in August 1991 and opened a new scenic attraction -- Linabo
Peak. The 14 Stations of the Cross punctuate the way up. And at the peak
is a community chapel for prayer and contemplation, a very conducive
setting for both quiet and soaring spirits.
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Sicayab
Beach
A seven-kilometer velvet stretch of fine gray sand, exquisite solitude as
the fiery sun dies in the horizon to the onset of twilight, broken only by
the distant cries of fishermen returning to shore with the day's catch.
Pamansalan
OISCA Forest Park
All of 64 hectares of lush forests, flora, and fauna giving trekkers and
nature buffs an unforgettable experience with nature at its best. A
showcase of nature conservation and ecological balance, it is home to
exotic birds as a declared bird sanctuary. A joint project of the Japanese
OISCA organization and the city government of Dipolog, the forest park is
located at Pamansalan, barangay Diwan, 28 kilometers or a 40-minute drive
from the city proper.
Balintawak
Spring
Right at the foot of Linabo Peak, before one takes on the 3,003 steps to
the top, is Balintawak Spring. About 5 kilometers from the city proper,
its waters constantly flow to the surrounding trees that make up a
mini-park. A favorite tour site for Boy and Girl Scout campers.
Magsaysay
Park
A landscaped park providing an oasis of greenery right in the center of
Dipolog City. It is a converging point for many people from all walks of
life for simple strolling and relaxing. The hectare-sized lot just beside
City Hall and fronting the Holy Rosary Cathedral is an ideal place for
small outdoor meetings in a nature setting.