Highlighting the exquisiteness of nature while being an impeccable place for business enterprise that attracts investors and house settlements, the Province of Rizal is undeniably one of the First-Class Municipalities in the Philippines. There are loads of stuff to do when you are in Rizal but it is also one of the best places to ride your bike. So, whether you are a professional cyclist or a recreational biker these bike-friendly destinations located in the Province of Rizal might be what you are looking for.
Approximately an hour and a half away from the Metro, Rizal can serve as the next weekend destination for you and your cyclist friends.
1. Taytay Municipall Hall
First, on the list of our bike-friendly destinations is the Taytay Municipal Hall located inside Club Manila East Compound. The location is considered a favorite go-to-place of cyclists and would often be visited to do training and some cycling races. One of the reasons why it has become a desirable place for the cyclist is its 1.5 km paved flat road that has trees along the sidewalk that act as a shade against the scorching heat of the sun.
2. Timberland Heights
Next on the list is another famous place for cyclists is the Timberland Heights which is also dubbed as “Mountain Biking Capital”. It is a 2-kilometer trail that is connected to Mt. Maarat and has almost 8 scenic trails such as the Green Zone, the Blue Zone, the Black Diamond, the Roxas Basic Trail, and the Ten Commandments Statue in Mt. Sinai, the Sandugo Basecamp Trail, and the Pump Track. Aside from being a bike-friendly destination in Rizal, Timberland Heights is known to be the only International Mountain Biking Association certified trail in the Philippines.
3. Tres Escalon Falls
Aside from roads and bike trails, you can also visit this bike-friendly destination called Tres Escalon Falls in Barangay Dolores, Taytay, Rizal. After a long ride, you can safely leave your bike at their barangay hall and stretch your joints while you walk towards Tres Escalon Falls and after the rocky stretch, you’ll be rewarded with the majestic view of 3 cascading waterfalls.
4. Antenna Hill
If you prefer mountainous bike destinations, Antenna Hill is the perfect place to visit which is located in Binangonan, Rizal. The trails of Antenna Hill have challenging ascensions which are preferred by downhill riders because of the steep tracks and drops in the area. Three trails can also be visited The Thunder Trail, The Mahogany Trail, and The Acacia Trail. You can also visit the historic Angono-Binangonan petroglyphs while you are there. Antenna Hill is also a favorite bike-friendly destination around Rizal as it offers not only paved roads but uphill trails too.
5. Windmill Farm in Pililla
Away from the busy streets of the metro, the Windmill Farm in Pililla, Rizal is definitely a good bike destination for cyclists too. The Pililla Wind Farm which is located in Barangay Halayhayin offers a good mix of paved and unpaved trails for cyclists.
6. Mt. Balagbag
If you love to hike and bike at the same time then Mt. Balagbag should be included in your list of places to visit in Rizal. Mt. Balagbag is famous for hikers and cyclists as it is easy to hike but challenging to navigate using your bicycle. It would take hours for bikers to reach the summit but would only take half an hour to go down. It is also famous for its rock garden which can be seen along the summit.
7. Quest Adventure Camp
There’s a new trail in town and it is located in Teresa, Rizal. Alitit Bike Trail is a 4km Cross Country Trail inside the 10-hectare property of Quest Adventure Camp, Teresa, Rizal. It is beginner-friendly and accessible to everyone. It features various trails such as Berms, Switchback, Humps, Bridges, Hoop d Doo, Stream Crossin, and Uphill. The perfect place for adventure and to unwind as you will pass by hundreds of bamboos across the trail.
8. May Forever Scenic Spot
You may not have found your own forever yet but you can still visit the “May Forever” scenic spot along Cabrera Road. You can stop by this bike-friendly spot and be awed by the scenic view on the outskirts of Taytay, Rizal where you can view Metro Manila in the distance. It may be a favorite by cyclists but it is considered the steepest road to take up. But its magnificent view is worth the climb and its dark alley triggers your sentimental mood as you enjoy the flickering lights flashing from the metro.
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The Boasting Growth of Rizal
Cycling around the Province of Rizal is not only a good muscle workout that can help increase cardiovascular fitness, muscle strength, and flexibility but can also decrease your stress level with its scenic views which benefit your mental and emotional state and improves your mood.
The province of Rizal not only boast economic prosperity but also natural nature goodness and scenic views you can enjoy. And all the above-mentioned biker-friendly destinations are enough proof of that. You can always choose to visit the place as it is only an hour or two drive away from Metro Manila or for your convenience, you can bring your family from the metro and settle in Rizal for good. There are plenty of housing choices you can find in Rizal that can fit your lifestyle and one of which is Bria Homes.
Affordable House and Lots in Rizal
Bria Homes Binangonan offers affordable houses and lot where you and your family can settle and be taken care of. You can live most conveniently as the subdivision is located in Rosal St., Binangonan, and is near schools, a market, major roads, and a transport terminal. It is also near Thunderbird Resorts which is perfect for cyclists because they can access the trails leading to Antenna Hills through this resort.
Another place to settle is in the Motherly Town of Teressa, Rizal. Bria Teresa is also strategically located near competitive schools and established business establishments. It is also near the newest bike trail attraction Alitit Trail which is inside the Quest Adventure Camp. Bria Homes in Teressa is another perfect house settlement for cyclists.
Whether you want a place to unwind away from the hustle and bustle of the city just you, some good company, and your good old bicycle or a new place to live in that is not too far away from the metro then The Province of Rizal is a place you might want to consider.
