Nunungan is a 1st class, landlocked municipality in Lanao del Norte, Northern Mindanao, Philippines, known for its cool highland climate, rich Maranao culture, and abundant natural resources .
Quick Facts
Founded: July 1, 1968
Area: ~473 km² (largest in the province)
Population: ~18,800 (2020), ~40 people/km²
Elevation: 86 m to 1,525 m (includes Mount Inayawan)
Nunungan stands out as a rising eco-cultural destination. With its highland climate, protected forests, lakes, and community-driven improvements—from roads and electrification to cultural preservation—it’s becoming a model of sustainable rural development and heritage tourism in Mindanao.
