Iligan City, a City of Majestic Waterfalls

Imagine living in a city blessed with 23 waterfalls. Yes, there is such a city, it’s called Iligan City. Located in the Province of Lanao del Norte, a beautiful province south of The Philippines, Iligan City is sometimes called the City of Majestic Waterfalls because of the numerous waterfalls situated in the area. To be precise, there are twenty three (23) waterfalls in Iligan City. These are:

1. Maria Cristina Falls
2. Tinago Falls
3. Limunsudan Falls
4. Guimbalolan Falls
5. Kamadahan Falls
6. Pindarangahan Falls
7. Gata Falls
8. Kibalang Falls
9. Rogongon Falls
10. Mimbalut Falls
11. Dalipuga Falls
12. Dodiongan Falls
13. Kalubihon Falls
14. Langilanon Falls
15. Hindang Falls
16. Pampam Falls
17. Languyon Falls
18. Linanot Falls
19. Malinao Falls
20. Bridal Veil Falls
21. Abaga Falls
22. Maligang Falls
23. Malapacan Falls

If we will rank these waterfalls based on popularity, the MARIA CRISTINA FALLS will be the first in the list. The said waterfall is Iligan’s greatest heritage, the landmark of Iligan City. Soaring at 320 feet, the Maria Cristina Falls is the city’s main source of industrial power . 

Another famous waterfall is the LIMUNSUDAN FALLS which is said to be the highest waterfalls in the Philippines with a height of 870 feet. It is 35 km away from the city proper and it is close to the eastern boundaries of Bukidnon, Iligan, and Lanao del Sur. For you to reach the said waterfalls, you need to trek for two (2) days form Barangay Rogongon, Iligan City.

 Limunsudan Falls (Image Source: Wikipedia)

HINDANG FALLS, situated 20 kilometers from the city proper is another favorite tourist destination in Iligan. With a height of 40 feet, this two-tiered waterfall has a lagoon that is ideal for swimming.  Another attraction close to the falls is the Hindang Caves which consist of 6-8 cave clusters that have narrow entrances with long and very deep chambers.

MIMBALUT FALLS is approximately 90 feet high and has a diameter of 18 ft. Mimbalut is just a few kilometers from the city proper and can be an enjoyable place for families and barkadas. The area has tables and benches suitable for picnics or simply just a place to hang-out with nature or bond with your friends.

Another known waterfall s is the TINAGO FALLS. The name “Tinago” was derived from a Filipino term meaning "hidden", since the falls is hidden in a deep ravine. Those who want to enjoy the waters of Tinago Falls need to trek approximately 500 descending steps called the winding staircase.

Under the falls is a small cave where visitors can enter and heed the gushing waters of Tinago.

These are just five of Iligan’s majestic waterfalls; the remaining waterfalls are just waiting to be rediscovered.

Directions to Iligan.

If you are already in Manila, take a flight to Cagayan De Oro (CDO). The flight to CDO usually takes 1 hour and 15 minutes.  From CDO, take a 1 hour and 30 minutes landtrip to Iligan City .

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