La Trinidad farms
Strawberry fields, flower farms and highland vegetables in the cool valley next to Baguio.
Quick answer
- Where: La Trinidad, the capital of Benguet, right next to Baguio City.
- Strawberries: the strawberry farm in barangay Betag, run by Benguet State University, lets visitors pick their own.
- Flowers: barangay Bahong is the heart of the cut-flower trade, known for roses.
- Festival: the Strawberry Festival is held every March.
- Nickname: Benguet is the salad bowl of the Philippines; La Trinidad calls itself the Valley of Colors.
Why it is a wonder
Just past the edge of Baguio, the land opens into the valley of La Trinidad, the capital of Benguet. In the cool mountain air, it grows much of what fills Manila’s markets: cabbages, carrots, lettuce, flowers and, above all, strawberries. Benguet is called the salad bowl of the Philippines, and La Trinidad calls itself the Valley of Colors.
The strawberry farm in barangay Betag, owned by Benguet State University, invites visitors to pick their own berries, with stalls selling fresh berries and jams. In barangay Bahong, hillsides of roses and other blooms feed the country’s cut-flower trade, and some farms welcome visitors.
Beat the crowds
- Visit early in the morning on a weekday, before tour buses arrive.
- Avoid Holy Week and the March festival if you want space.
Getting there
From Baguio City, jeepneys and taxis reach La Trinidad in minutes. Baguio is about four to six hours by bus from Manila. See our Baguio and the Cordilleras guide.
A perfect day
- Pick strawberries in the morning.
- Visit a flower farm in Bahong.
- See the StoBoSa painted houses on the hillside.
- Back to Baguio for dinner.
Through the seasons
- About November to April: strawberry season and drier weather.
- February: Baguio’s Panagbenga flower festival.
- March: the La Trinidad Strawberry Festival.
Respect the place
These are working farms. Pay for what you pick, stay on paths and ask before entering private fields.
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Frequently asked questions
When is strawberry season?
Roughly from late in the year to the dry months, peaking around the March Strawberry Festival.
Can I pick my own strawberries?
Yes, at the strawberry farm, for a fee per kilo. Stalls also sell fresh berries and jam.
What else is in La Trinidad?
The colourful StoBoSa hillside houses, the Bell Church temple, flower farms and the vegetable trading post.
How do I get there?
It is a short jeepney or taxi ride from Baguio City.
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We checked this guide against the 3 sources listed below. Last updated 14 November 2026. Basis: researched from official sources. Written and edited by Delfin, with AI-assisted research (how we work). Prices, hours and rules change, so confirm before you travel. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.
