About Masaraga
Masaraga is a stratovolcano rising to 1,294 meters (4,246 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
Masaraga is located in Philippines, within the Eastern Philippine Volcanic Arc of the broader Western Pacific Volcanic Regions. Situated at 13.31° N, 123.60° E in the Northern Hemisphere, the volcano lies within a tropical climate zone. With a summit elevation of 1,294 meters above sea level, Masaraga is a moderately sized peak that remains accessible to hikers and researchers for much of the year. 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
Masaraga is a sharp-topped, forested andesitic-to-ryholitic stratovolcano ~11 km NW of Mayon volcano. Thick lava flows occur on the flanks. It was classified as Holocene by IAVCEI (1973), and K-Ar dates of zero age were obtained. However, as of 2025 it was not listed by PHIVOLCS as active (Holocene).
— Smithsonian Institution, Global Volcanism Program
0 Recorded Eruptions
No eruption records available for Masaraga.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Masaraga
Is Masaraga an active volcano?+
Masaraga 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 Masaraga?+
Masaraga has a summit elevation of 1,294 meters (4,246 feet) above sea level. At 1,294 meters, it is a moderately sized volcanic peak, roughly comparable to Mount Vesuvius (1,281m).
What type of volcano is Masaraga?+
Masaraga 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 Masaraga located?+
Masaraga is located in Philippines, in the Western Pacific Volcanic Regions. More specifically, it lies within the Eastern Philippine Volcanic Arc. Its exact coordinates are 13.310° latitude, 123.598° longitude.
Is it safe to visit Masaraga?+
Masaraga 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.
