Crosby Park: Camping, Nature Trip and Kiddie Obstacle Course at Itogon Benguet

After our Balatoc Mines Tour, we were at the nearby sari-sari store drinking and resting when we noticed a poster about Crosby Park.  I recall going there when I was young but the memory is quite faint.  On the other hand, fellow Travel Tripster Kurt had never been there.  So instead of waiting for the next jeepney to bring us back to Baguio City, we decided to stop by Crosby Park.  We asked the miners who were waiting in the bench with us if it was just nearby.  They told us that it was walkable. 

The funny thing about our walk was it was loonnnggg.  But, whenever we asked the locals if we were near, they all said the same thing... "it is very near".   By following their instructions, we found ourselves in a fenced vicinity called Crosby Park.

 The playground or the kiddie obstacle course is found on top.  It was pretty deserted during our visit.

 My vague memories begun to feel something familiar. 

When I was a child, I was more daring with the jungle gym.  Now, I'm to scared to try hanging on it with my legs. 

 I recall not being able to climb here when I was young because I've always been afraid of heights.  As I climb, I was still as scared as I was before but I did it anyway just to conquer my fear. =D

This looks easy but I couldn't balance and pass through it. =(

Of course, we didn't try this.  We'd have to be as foolish as kids to crawl on the dirt to go through this. =p

This is a bit of a challenge for me but I surpassed this as well. 

The wooden house and picnic tables look old but they are still sturdy.

We Travel Tripsters imagine Crosby Park as a nice place for kids to play around and families to enjoy a picnic or camping together.   It was cool in the area as we were surrounded by pine trees.

Crosby Park		Crosby Park Map
Price Per Person	FREE
Payment Options
Business Hours
Reservation Required	No but suggested because they close the gates
Contact	(074) 447-2617
Other
Address
Itogon, Benguet, Philippines
Transportation to Attraction
Jeepney
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Burnham Park and Children's Park: Baguio City's Famous Park

During our stay at Baguio City, we were always bound to pass by Burnham Park.  Burnham Park is a large park located at the heart of Baguio City.  

Daniel Hudson Burnham Monument

Burnham Park is named after Daniel Hudson Burnham, an architect and urban planner, who planned the city.  Burnham Park is a place for recreation for both locals and tourists.  

Burnham Lake Boat Rentals

Burnham Lake is a man-made lake located at center of Burnham Park.  There are many boat rentals at Burnham Lake.  There are different boat docks at every park of the Burnham Lake.  Each of them has their own boat designs.  A boat rental costs around 120 php per person per hour.  The boat rentals booths are open until midnight. 

Burnham Bicycle Rentals

Another popular activities available in Burnham park is its Bicycle Rentals.  The Bicycle Rental costs around 50 php per hour.  The price can depend on the type of bicycle and the stall.

Picnic Tables

Burnham Park also has Picnic Tables where people can bring enjoy the cool weather while bonding with friends or family. 

Children's Park is located at the western part of Burnham Park.  It offers a FREE playground for the kids to enjoy.

There are also a lot of vendors at Burnham Park.  There are corn, cotton candy and pasalubong sellers.  

 The famous Silver products of Baguio City are also sold around Burnham Park.

At the western part of Burnham Park is the Melvin Jones Grand Stand and Football Field where kids play soccer.

We Travel Tripsters suggest that one should see Burnham Park during a visit at Baguio City.  It is the best place to enjoy the natural cool breeze of Baguio City and it is open at any time of the day.

Burnham Park and Children's Park		Burnham Park and  Children's Park Map
Entrance Price Per Person	FREE
Payment Options
Business Hours	24 Hours
Reservation Required	No
Contact
Other
Address
Baguio City, Philippines
Transportation to Attraction
Taxi, Jeepney, Bus

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