4k Scenic Drive | Baguio City | Philippines | Asin Road Uphill

Asin Road is a major road in La Union and Benguet, Philippines, serving as an alternative route to Baguio. This road is dangerous, and has tunnels along the way which used to be intended for rail services from Aringay to Baguio. The road officially opened to public on December 17, 2018.

The segment of the road in Baguio forms part of National Route 234 (N234) and National Route 233 (N233) of the Philippine highway network. The rest of the road leading to Tubao, La Union remains unnumbered and classified as a tertiary national road. Recently, due to Marcos Highway suffering heavy traffic, the road was rehabilitated to serve as an alternative route down to La Union.

The road starts at the junction of Marcos Highway (N208) in Tubao, La Union as a four-lane road. The Anduyan Bridge, which spans 360 meters (1,180 ft), carries along the route. After crossing the span, the road is narrowed to two lanes upon traversing the higher elevation that contains sharp curves and steep elevation upon entering Benguet province.

A thrilling, scenic drive on a path less travelled.

Car: Lexus LX-570.
Camera: DJI Action 4.