Overview
Treasure Mountain is a mountain-view campsite in Sitio Maysawa, Barangay Cuyambay, Tanay, Rizal, formally the Treasure Mountain Educational Campsite. It sits at 505 meters above sea level and opened in 2017. The draw is sea-of-clouds viewing, sunrise, stargazing, and Sierra Madre scenery reachable without a long mountain hike.
The site was reported temporarily closed as of August 26, 2024, so confirm current access on the official Facebook page before traveling.
How do you get to Treasure Mountain?
Treasure Mountain is reached by road to Sitio Maysawa in Barangay Cuyambay, Tanay. Drive or commute to the area, then cover the final uphill stretch by vehicle, tricycle, or on foot. The last section turns rough and muddy after rain and is unsuitable for sedans.
Drivers use Google Maps or Waze, then park at the campsite or near the jump-off and continue by tricycle or walking. Commuters ride to Cogeo Gate 2 or Tanay Public Market, transfer to a Sampaloc or Cuyambay jeep, get off at Sitio Maysawa, then walk or hire a tricycle.
How much does camping at Treasure Mountain cost?
Tent packages cost ₱1,300 for 2 people, which is ₱650 per person, or ₱2,300 for 4 people, which is ₱575 per person. Each package includes overnight entrance, breakfast, tent, sleeping mat, pillow, and blanket. Activity fees and parking are separate.
Individual rates are also published: overnight entrance with breakfast at ₱350 per person, tent pitching at ₱300, tent rental at ₱500 for 2 or ₱800 for 4, and sleeping-mat rental with pillow and blanket at ₱200 per mat. The package totals are the clearest per-person figures, so the listed range is ₱575 to ₱650 per person.
What amenities does Treasure Mountain have?
Treasure Mountain has toilets, showers, a restaurant or canteen, a coffee shop or bar, a water source, a view deck, a swimming pool, tent rentals, cabins and kubos, firepits, BBQ access, parking, and a high-ropes obstacle course.
The listed water source does not confirm drinking-water refills, so bring drinking water or check on arrival. The pet policy is mixed: some reports say pets are welcome, while others limit pets to day tours only, not overnight stays or the alfresco dining area. Confirm the current rule before bringing a dog.
What do campers say about Treasure Mountain?
Campers praise Treasure Mountain for easy sea-of-clouds access, sunrise views, mountain scenery, and beginner-friendly camping near Metro Manila. Common complaints cover crowding, rough access roads, cramped tents, paid add-ons, and occasional water or restroom problems.
Visitor reports describe the final uphill stretch as about 10 minutes and recommend bringing extra bedding because the tent ground is hard. Recent reviews mix strong praise for the views, breakfast, and family-friendly setup with criticism of staff, tent size, and food on busier dates.
When is the best time to camp at Treasure Mountain?
The best time to camp at Treasure Mountain is a clear early morning on a weekday, when the sea of clouds and sunrise are most likely and crowds are thinner. The sea-of-clouds window runs roughly 5:00 AM to 8:00 AM depending on weather.
Rain makes the access road muddy, so postpone visits during bad weather. Weekends and holidays draw large crowds, so weekdays give a calmer camp and easier parking.