Gunung Rakutak

Information

Elevation

1.922 m

Country

Indonesia (ID)

Location / Range

Kamojang Nature Reserve area, West Java

Mountain type

Mountain range (non-volcanic)

Volcanic?

No (non-volcanic)

Coordinates

-7.1479, 107.7344

Difficulty

Hard

Best Season

April–October (dry season)

Permits & Rules

Enters the Kamojang Nature Reserve area; report to the local BKSDA post before starting the climb

Hazards

Steep trail, slippery when raining; the route is not always clear with few signposts; some points pass through steep slopes

Description

Gunung Rakutak is a non-volcanic mountain standing at 1,922 metres in the Kamojang Nature Reserve, Bandung Regency, West Java. It is regarded as one of West Java's more challenging hikes, with steep trails and rewarding scenery. Three main routes lead to the summit: via Sukarame (Pacet District), via Ciharus, and via Majalaya, each taking approximately 5–6 hours. Along the way hikers pass Danau Ciharus — a clear natural lake in the forest — and the Jembatan Shiratal Mustaqim, a narrow shoulder-width ridge section with steep drops on both sides. The ridge and summit offer panoramic views of surrounding peaks including Gunung Papandayan and the Kamojang Crater. The dry season (April–October) is the best time to hike. Climbers must report to the local BKSDA post before entering the nature reserve.