La Mesa Ecopark

I went to La Mesa Eco Park last Sunday for a quick walk, and it turned out to be a great way to spend the morning. I really enjoyed the trail walk surrounded by small forest areas — it’s a peaceful place to think and clear your mind. It’s best to visit early in the morning when the air is still cool. Parking is widely available for both cars and motorcycles. Some areas inside are currently closed due to fallen trees, but there’s still plenty of space to explore. However, I noticed that some picnic tables and spots had trash left behind, which takes away from the park’s natural beauty. If you plan to visit, please clean up after yourself and dispose of your garbage properly, WAG KAYONG BALAHURA. Let’s help keep this place clean so everyone can continue to enjoy it. Fun fact: The park sits at the edge of the La Mesa Watershed, Metro Manila’s primary source of drinking water. It was reopened to the public in 2004 after a major rehabilitation effort by the ABS-CBN Foundation and MWSS to restore the forest and promote environmental awareness. Knowing that you’re walking in a place that literally helps supply the city’s water makes it even more special. Overall, it’s a refreshing escape close to Metro Manila — perfect for anyone looking to disconnect, reflect, or just breathe some fresh air without leaving the city. There’s a small entrance fee for non–Quezon City residents, though I don’t recall the exact amount.

I love La Mesa Ecopark! Let's you breathe fresh air in the middle of the city! Great place to bond with kids. They have lots of activities like biking, firing, wall climbing,... you can bring your own bike ofcourse... can also do badminton... I believe they also have tennis court... can do picnic... and trekking in phase3 is now open for additional also fee of 50php... you can bring your own food for picnic or you can also buy from local stores there...if you wanna just see trees, trees, and lots of trees, then come pls... dont forget to bring your QC Id or any ID with QC address to enter for free!

Great place for nature lovers! Well maintained, clean and quiet place to visit with family, friends, or even by yourself. Entrance is free of charge for QC residents provided they present any valid ID as proof; 20PHP fee for non-residents. To go there, alight by Pearl Drive along Commonwealth Ave., then ride a tricycle going to the main entrance (fare is only 40PHP). They are open everyday except Mondays.

26 Oct 2025, 9am-12pm, 2 pax. Tricycle ride from Pearl Drive is 30php/pax and entrance fee is 20php/pax. Pool area is closed, plenty of felled trees still uncleared close to the picnic area, and the other activities fetch hefty prices. There are a few stalls for food and drinks butvit's better to bring your own. Thebuse of cottages require payment, though. The place is good for walks (it's not as big as one would think), but mind the slipperiness of the walks and pavements. I hope they do a bit more maintenance.

I recently visited La Mesa Ecopark and found it to be a great destination for both family and friends. The wide open spaces, greenery, and fresh air make it ideal for picnics, biking, and relaxing outdoor activities. It’s a refreshing escape from the busy city, allowing everyone to slow down and enjoy nature together. While the facilities are simple, they are well-maintained and suitable for day trips. Overall, it’s a practical and enjoyable spot for bonding and spending quality time outdoors.

Great place to visit if you are nature lover and wants some quiet space

June 14, 2025: The park looks like it had better times. Some old pictures I see here really don't match the reality anymore. I added some I took. It's a nice park to relax, but the decline and lack of maintenance made me sad. We went early and booked the 7 AM time slot to go the mini forest in the hope of seeing birds and animals. You have to pay entrance as non QC and then again buy, in front of the parking, another ticket, 50 pesos, for the mini forest. They didn't ask about a time slot. The mini forest is very small but nice for a little walk. Unfortunately, a dog was running around in the mini forest constantly barking and disturbed the silence and joy. We didn't see any bird. The only animal was the dog. When we left, I told about the dog to the security man who let us in. He told the dog belonged to a worker. Very sad because when you book a time slot, you have to agree with a long list of their own park rules about noise and pet policy,..

Nice to be back where we had our prenuptial photoshoot 20 years ago but sad to say that the only 2 areas that they kept open are the picnic area & nature trail.

La Mesa Eco Park has been on my activity list for quite awhile and I've finally decided to go with Mr. V for a Sunday outing. We were really excited to go there (although the drive is a little far from Makati) after reading quite a few reviews. We were looking forward to doing some outdoor activities on a beautiful summer day. The Park is smaller than expected but I must say the flora is beautiful. But what a disappointment for the activities. I agree it was a Sunday, but boy the place was crowded and noisy! It was packed with people gathering over food, loud music and screams at the picnic area. And there was only one food stall in the whole park. We were looking forward to rent a bike so we could ride around but you are actually not allowed and the track is basically a circle around a tree. How many rounds can one do for an hour around a tree! The zipline, boating in a lagoon, wall climbing were nowhere to be found (I assume they closed those activities). And the pool was so crowded it would be impossible to swim in it. As for fishing... Well it's in a small pond full of garbage and I doubt anything can be caught. It's definitely not a park where one can enjoy walking around and relax. There is a small trail in the forest but it's really small and takes not more than 10 minutes to walk around. We were really disappointed because we expected a park with nice activities and it really wasn't so. And definitely not a place to have a relaxing and peaceful day.

What elements are essential to make a paradise? Different people would have different lists, but surely a constant feature would be flowers and trees, available food or meals, and fun activities. La Mesa Ecopark has all those three things together. First, flowers and trees. The Ecopark is a forest garden, meaning it's not a garden planted and arranged by a hired gardener but a garden growing out of a natural forest. The land area is quite vast, accommodating various species of plants and flowers such as Ipil-Ipil, Narra, Waling-Waling, Dancing Lady, Dendrobium, Birds of Paradise, and many other indigenous flowers. Second, you wouldn't go hungry walking around the vast space that is La Mesa Ecopark. No, you don't have to eat the flowers. There are many concessionaires stationed in strategic spots, offering to the hungry visitor foods that are close to the Filipino's heart such as inihaw, halo-halo and ice cream. Lastly, since every person is a child at heart, there must be fun activities. The Ecopark features zip lining, target shooting, paintball, bungee jumping, and trampoline. These activities would surely leave you breathless or shrieking from mixed excitement and fear. So come to Ecopark if you wish to recapture the wonderland of youth!

I fondly remember La Mesa Eco Park with the usual ABS-CBN advertisement especially in the afternoon back when I was in high school and grade school. I only got to visit the place when my friends and I decided to have a picnic here a few years ago. It was a blast because there were a lot of people doing the same thing. There were also people who were shooting for a pre-nuptial vid and another one for a magazine or catalogue. We also enjoyed strolling around because the place is huge and there were a lot of plants and trees which is kind of a stress reliever from all the pollution in the metro. I haven't visited the place again but I was about to when my photographer friend invited me to shoot with my Princess Bubblegum costume. It didn't go through because it rained at that time. It would have been a perfect place because it somehow resembles the Land of Ooo particularly the Candy Kingdom. I've also seen a lot of photos on my Facebook feed about cosplayers going here because they're professional photography friendly unlike other places wherein they'd shoo you away or make you pay for a pricey photoshoot fee.

It's truly amazing how one can find solace in the busy and sometimes toxic city life. Sometimes, it takes a crazy bike trip to make you realize that. This was the case when I went to La Mesa Eco Park. Before hitting the trails, the park rangers briefed us for safety and park rules, which were very helpful and reasonable. After the briefing and getting ready with our gears, we set off. A guide goes with each group, and being the newbie, I was right behind him. I felt safe knowing there was someone with us who knew the park right to it's core, and that gave me enough confidence to look around from time to time and appreciate the beauty of nature along the way. I felt like everything was on steroids - from the trees, the leaves, the grass. Heck, even the butterflies were massive. Midway, we stopped at the rest area by the dam, which pretty much looks like a lake. It felt as if we weren't in the city really. The fresh air and the countless picturesque areas really made me fall deeper in love with nature. I went to La Mesa Eco Park with no expectations and only to try out mountain biking. Yup, I got my first dose of riding a mountain bike and riding on a trail at La Mesa Eco Park. Crazy? Yes. Crazy beautiful. That's what Le Mesa Eco Park is.

Getting a brief respite from the hustle and bustle of Manila life is not as hard as people make it to be. Communing with nature and getting some peace and quiet can be had with just a short ride to Fairview where La Mesa Ecopark is located. The park spans a massive 33 hectares that's meant to preserve the La Mesa watershed. Inside La Mesa Ecopark you'll find an ecological paradise. There are trees everywhere making you able to breathe fresh air. There are no cars belching out smoke. You'll be able to walk around freely and take in the sights and sounds of nature. You can even rent a fishing rod and try your luck in catching something. Once you're done with your existential crisis, you can try out more fun and exciting activities inside the Ecopark. There's bungee jumping, a zipline, bike trails, and even a paintball field.

La Mesa Eco Park. I'm truly thankful for whoever genius had the idea of putting up this majestic sanctuary in the north. La Mesa Eco Park is QUITE the drive -- I was coming from Ortigas which falls somewhere in the spectrum of the southern north -- so yes, that's saying something. If you're coming from Alabang or Makati, bring snacks. Haha. In any case, it was definitely worth the journey. My balikbayan best friend and I ended up going wall climbing, doing a crazy trampoline jumping thing that I freaked out in the middle of, and just walking through the grass and greenery and enjoying ourselves. What a contribution this is to the environment.

If you are looking for a cheap summer idea, La Mesa ecopark is a good choice. This 32-hectare property is an oasis of green tucked right in the middle of a pollution-filled city. There is enough space to run around in for the kids and pets are also welcome to join the family fun. Aside from family picnics, there are also other activities to do inside the ecopark like swimming in the pool, visiting the butterfly garden, fishing, boating, and ziplining, which of course come with corresponding fees. Or you can just chill on the shaded grassy areas or go exploring. The orchidarium and the amphitheater are cool areas for photos. There are toilets and hand washing areas scattered throughout the high-traffic areas, and these are well-maintained. If you would rather not bring your food, there are numerous food kiosks which offer basic grub at decent prices. Obviously, weekdays are better for a visit if you are hoping for fewer crowds but even during weekends, things are pretty tame because they don't allow alcoholic drinks and loud music.