Millennium Tree (Balete Park)
About
A giant balete tree said to be more than 600 years old! The Millennium Tree in Maria Aurora is a living maze of thick aerial roots, so big that the town says it takes about 60 adults holding hands to circle it. Walk around it, look up into the canopy and peek into the openings in the roots. It is a short detour on the Baler road, so add it to your Aurora road trip!
Go before 5 PM today. Rain likely after.
- 30 min to 1 hrTime to spend
- Morning, any time of year; avoid the days right after a typhoon.Best time to go
- About ₱10 per personValue · Great value
- About 7 km from Maria Aurora town proper, a side trip on the way to or from Baler.Getting there
What to do here
- Walk around the giant root system
- Take a scale photo with a friend
- Peek into the root openings
- Pair it with Baler and Ditumabo Falls
Know before you go
Typhoons in 2025-2026 damaged some branches; follow posted rules and do not climb.
Do not pull or carve the roots.
Parking at the park entrance.
Entrance about ₱10 for adults and ₱5 for kids (visitor review, August 2025); parking extra.
Where it is
Balete Park, Barangay Quirino, Maria Aurora, Aurora
By commuteAbout 7 km from Maria Aurora town proper, a side trip on the way to or from Baler. Tricycle tours from Baler often include it.
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FAQ
How old is the tree?
It is estimated to be more than 600 years old.
Can I go inside the roots?
Follow the attendants; storms have damaged some branches, so which openings are allowed can change.
Is it in Baler?
No, it is in Maria Aurora, a short drive inland from Baler.