Rainy season best time to visit Camp John Hay

Throngs of visitors go to Camp John Hay in Baguio to experience the grandeur of the lush pine forest and spring-like weather of this highland paradise.

Although summer is the traditional time for visiting Camp John Hay, the best time to visit is actually during the rainy season. The month of June and onwards is when the pine cones of the famed Benguet pine trees of Baguio reach their maturity stage. The pine cones start falling down to the ground, adorning the forest locale with a lush brown carpet. The bracing scent of pines is manifest in the cool air, giving it a refreshing fragrance.

Rainy season is also when the cool air of Camp John Hay is at its cleanest and freshest. The atmosphere of Camp John Hay is wonderfully foggy and chilly – definitely a different, yet refreshing experience compared to the heat and smog of the metro.

The area is abundant with parks and lush gardens from which families can sample the Camp John Hay rainy season experience. It’s a good time to explore Camp John Hay’s Eco-Trail, which features a botanical preserve that leads deep into the pine forest. When the rains stop, visitors can indulge in fun and healthy outdoor activities such as picnicking, hiking, and camping. Some other places to visit are the Art Park where people can enjoy viewing and participating in art activities, the Butterfly Park that houses a wide variety of butterflies, the Mini Golf course, and the stables where visitors can enjoy horsesback riding.

This coming rainy season, include Camp John Hay in your vacation itinerary, and invigorate your senses with the Camp John Hay experience. For inquiries, call the CJH Development Corp. Manila office at (02) 637-6966 or their Baguio office at (074) 442-7902 to 08.