About Latukan
Latukan is a stratovolcano rising to 2,280 meters (7,481 feet) in Philippines's Western Pacific Volcanic Regions. No historical eruptions have been recorded, though the volcano is classified based on geological evidence of past activity.
Geography & Climate
Latukan is located in Philippines, within the Mindanao Volcanic Province of the broader Western Pacific Volcanic Regions. Situated at 7.65° N, 124.44° E in the Northern Hemisphere, the volcano lies within a tropical climate zone. At 2,280 meters above sea level, Latukan rises above the surrounding terrain into montane or subalpine conditions. The elevation creates distinct ecological zones along its flanks, from forested lower slopes to exposed rocky terrain near the summit. The volcanic landform is characterized as a composite, which describes the physical shape and structure of the volcanic edifice as observed from the surface.
GVP Reference Summary
The poorly known Latukan volcano is in NW Mindanao SE of Lake Lanao just SW of Ragang volcano. The Makaturing volcano in the Butig Mountains is to the W. Though listed as an active volcano in the Catalog of Active Volcanoes of the World (Neumann van Padang, 1953), the age of its most recent eruptions is not known and PHIVOLCS lists it as an "inactive" volcano.
— Smithsonian Institution, Global Volcanism Program
0 Recorded Eruptions
No eruption records available for Latukan.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Latukan
Is Latukan an active volcano?+
Latukan is not currently classified as active. Its activity evidence is listed as "unknown." No recorded eruptions have been documented. However, no volcano is ever considered permanently extinct.
How high is Latukan?+
Latukan has a summit elevation of 2,280 meters (7,481 feet) above sea level. At 2,280 meters, it is comparable in height to many significant mountain peaks and stands well above the tree line.
What type of volcano is Latukan?+
Latukan is classified as a Stratovolcano. Stratovolcanoes (also called composite volcanoes) are steep, conical volcanoes built up by many layers of hardened lava, tephra, and volcanic ash. They are among the most common and dangerous types, known for explosive eruptions.
Where is Latukan located?+
Latukan is located in Philippines, in the Western Pacific Volcanic Regions. More specifically, it lies within the Mindanao Volcanic Province. Its exact coordinates are 7.654° latitude, 124.438° longitude.
Is it safe to visit Latukan?+
Latukan can generally be visited, but as with any volcano, visitors should check local conditions and any advisory notices before traveling. Philippines may have specific regulations for accessing volcanic areas. Guided tours are often the safest and most informative way to experience a volcano.
