About Malindang
Malindang is a stratovolcano rising to 2,404 meters (7,888 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
Malindang is located in Philippines, within the Mindanao Volcanic Province of the broader Western Pacific Volcanic Regions. Situated at 8.22° N, 123.63° E in the Northern Hemisphere, the volcano lies within a tropical climate zone. At 2,404 meters above sea level, Malindang 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 Quaternary Malindang volcano is located at the southern end of an eroded massif (Ampiro volcano is at the northern end), W of Iligan Bay in N-central Mindanao. Legends record a large eruption from the dominantly basaltic-to-andesitic volcano in the past, although no confirmed eruptions have been documented (Salise et al., 1991). Reports of increased activity in 1991 at the time of tectonic earthquakes prompted widespread evacuations, and although an eruption did not occur, a previously unknown geothermal area was discovered.
— Smithsonian Institution, Global Volcanism Program
0 Recorded Eruptions
No eruption records available for Malindang.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Malindang
Is Malindang an active volcano?+
Malindang 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 Malindang?+
Malindang has a summit elevation of 2,404 meters (7,888 feet) above sea level. At 2,404 meters, it is comparable in height to many significant mountain peaks and stands well above the tree line.
What type of volcano is Malindang?+
Malindang 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 Malindang located?+
Malindang is located in Philippines, in the Western Pacific Volcanic Regions. More specifically, it lies within the Mindanao Volcanic Province. Its exact coordinates are 8.220° latitude, 123.630° longitude.
Is it safe to visit Malindang?+
Malindang 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.
