About Kalatungan
Kalatungan is a stratovolcano rising to 2,824 meters (9,266 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
Kalatungan is located in Philippines, within the Mindanao Volcanic Province of the broader Western Pacific Volcanic Regions. Situated at 7.95° N, 124.80° E in the Northern Hemisphere, the volcano lies within a tropical climate zone. At 2,824 meters above sea level, Kalatungan 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
Kalatungan volcano, also known as Catatungan, is a dominantly basaltic edifice forms a broad east-west trending volcanic ridge in central Mindanao east of Lake Lanao. It was was listed as "potentially active" (with possible Holocene activity) by the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (2004-), but no dated eruptions are known.
— Smithsonian Institution, Global Volcanism Program
0 Recorded Eruptions
No eruption records available for Kalatungan.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kalatungan
Is Kalatungan an active volcano?+
Kalatungan 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 Kalatungan?+
Kalatungan has a summit elevation of 2,824 meters (9,266 feet) above sea level. At 2,824 meters, it is comparable in height to many significant mountain peaks and stands well above the tree line.
What type of volcano is Kalatungan?+
Kalatungan 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 Kalatungan located?+
Kalatungan is located in Philippines, in the Western Pacific Volcanic Regions. More specifically, it lies within the Mindanao Volcanic Province. Its exact coordinates are 7.950° latitude, 124.800° longitude.
Is it safe to visit Kalatungan?+
Kalatungan 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.
