Brief History
  • Trento was formerly a barrio of Bunawan called Bahayan (referring to a lead sinker at the base of a fishing net)
  • On June 15, 1968, it became a separate municipality by virtue of Republic Act No.  5283.
  • The town’s name was derived from the 1845 Council of Trento.

General Information
  • Area (sq. kms.): 555.70 km2
  • Population (2010): 47,193
  • No. of Barangays: 16
  • Income Class: Second
  • Zip Code: 8505
  • Area Code: 085
  • District: 2nd

Climate

Municipality of Trento has a Type II climate where there has no dry season but with pronounced maximum rain period that occurs from December to January.

Festivals

  • SANTIKAN FESTIVAL - held every 12th-15th day of June. "Santikan" is a Manobo word which means the striking of fire, alluding to the different friendly competitions throughout its duration.
  • TOWN FIESTA (ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISSI) – celebrated every 4th day of October.
  • ARAW NG TRENTO – celebrated every 15th day of June. 

Medical Assistance
  • Franco Clinic and Hospital (15 beds)
  • Rico Medical Clinic and Hospital (5 beds) - Poblacion
  • OCL Eye Clinic - OPD ONLY
  • G.B Optical Clinic - OPD ONLY
  • Clapis Medical Clinic - OPD ONLY