List of Waterfalls in Zambales Province (with Pictures)

Waterfalls in Zambales

The province of Zambales is blessed with natural wonders with long beach shores, mountain ranges, coves, rivers, and islands. There are also jaw-dropping waterfalls hidden in its mountains waiting to be explored. Here is the list of waterfalls in Zambales we've personally visited for you to check out.

• Balon Falls

Just a 15-minute walk from the tricycle drop-off point in Aningway Sacatihan Subic, you will enjoy swimming in this waterfall. There's a shallow basin for kids and for the not-so-lucky ones who can't swim. There is a deep pool for cliff jumping for the brave swimmers. Boulders are scattered around the banks with tree shade perfect for picnics. Best to visit during the rainy season as it may dry up during the summer months.

Balon Falls - Subic

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• Sampaloc Falls

In less than fifteen minutes from the beach, Sampaloc Falls enjoys its solitude. Just ask the locals and they will guide you for a minimal fee. Have fun at the natural rock slide carved by gushing water at the falls. 

Sampaloc Falls

It was summer when we visited the place and the waterfalls have weak water torrent. Regardless, it was fun sliding at the natural rock slide.

Explore Sampaloc Cove and its Waterfalls

• Cabaruan Falls

Situated in Barangay Feria in San Felipe, this natural attraction is well known by the locals as Grotto Falls. There are nipa huts constructed in the area. A shallow basin and tubs for kids to swim in. An alternative place is Lubong Nangoloan Falls because they are just 20 minutes' walk apart from their jump-off point.

Cabaruan Falls

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• Tikes Falls

Visiting this waterfall in Barangay Buhawen will be quite tiring. But, hey, you can still include this in your chasing waterfalls' bucket list. Or, when visiting Lake Mapanuepe for camping, take this as a side trip. You will have the chance to see the controversial Dizon Mines as a bonus.

Tikes Falls during the summer months

Discover Tikes Falls in San Marcelino

• Mabanban Falls

Locally known as Burgos Falls, visiting these three-tiered waterfalls requires a local guide. There is no established trail. Although there is no deep basin for diving, its shallow tubs with the beautiful cascading flow will suffice for relaxation and photo opportunities.

The Mabanban or Burgos Falls

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• Linasin Falls

A perfect side trip during excursions at Pundaquit Beach during the rainy season. In less than an hour of trekking with a river crossing, you will enjoy cliff jumping and diving in its deep basin. Visit this place only during the rainy season.

Linasin Falls

Check out our Linasin Falls Adventure

• Angeles Falls

A secret waterfalls located on the slopes of Capalngan Mountains in Zambales. A three-tiered waterfall that requires a two-hour hike and a local guide. Do you want privacy and get close to nature? You'll have it here.

The Capalngan or Angeles Falls

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• Sagpat Falls

Located in Barangay Maloma in San Felipe town, this waterfall needs 2-kilometer trekking from its drop off point. Its rumbling torrent plunges from its inverted funnel-like cataract expanding its flow in a triangular shape along the rock crevices. It is best to visit the place between August to November.

Sagpat Falls

Read this guide to Sagpat Falls

• Veto Falls

This is a must-visit waterfall in the forested area in San Narciso, Zambales. Its height dwarfed most of the waterfalls we've visited in Zambales. Its flow plunged with a roaring sound and creates lather at the base. Perfect for hikers who want to refresh after a long walk. The waterfall might dry up during the summer months so it is advisable to visit during the wet season.

Veto or Palacapac Falls

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• Tarudak Falls

A side trip when climbing Mt. Pimmayong. This requires long hiking to perceive its magnificence. Swimming, diving, and cliff jumping are possible because of its deep plunge pool. Best to visit the place in the months of July to February.

Tarudak Falls

Headed to Mt. Pimmayong? Check this Tarudak Falls Hiking Adventure!

• Lubong Nangoloan Falls (Anghalo Falls)

The most visited waterfalls in Zambales due to its accessible location. Tourists of Liwliwa Beach often include this place in their itinerary. From the jump-off point, experience a carabao ride to the waterfalls. Cottages, tables, and chairs made of cement are available for rental. These two-tiered waterfalls are good for family outings and excursions.

The Anghalo Falls or Lubong Nangoloan Falls

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• Pundaquit Falls

Barangay Pundaquit in San Antonio, Zambales boasts its coves, islands, and mountains for trekking - that's a fact. But close to Pundaquit Beach lies a waterfall showing its beauty only during the wet months. Five to ten minutes away from the shore, you can jump into its plunge pool. Hiking for another five minutes will lead you to its source, a higher waterfall with a shallow tub.

Pundaquit Falls

Check this guide to Pundaquit Falls 

• Bubey Impiyerno Falls (Bibig Impiyerno Falls)

Forbidden but a must-see waterfall in Botolan. You will pass this waterfall without knowing when you visit Tukal Tukal Falls. Try to ask your guide for a quick visit.

Bibig Impiyerno Falls

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• Tukal Tukal Falls

Hikers love these three-tiered waterfalls because it offers one-hour trekking from the jump-off point. Its spectacular three hundred sixty-degree-vista will put you in awe and make your trekking time even longer because of pictorials. The waterfalls flow year-round so you can visit the place anytime!

Tukal Tukal Falls

Read this story about Tukal Tukal Falls

• Butig Falls

Located in the outskirts of Olongapo City, these series of waterfalls became famous for its phallic rock formation at the first tier. The second tier has amazing rock crevices carved by nature. The third tier has a basin for swimming with tree shade where you can have picnics. 

Butig Falls

Here's how to get to Butig Falls

• Mampueng Falls

Situated in Sitio Mampueng in Old Cabalan, Olongapo City, this waterfall flows year-round. In less than an hour from Sitio Mampueng, you can reach this waterfall with an Aeta guide. 

Mampueng Falls during the summer months

Check this out for your Mampueng Falls visit.

• Martin Falls

Don't get lost, ask the locals when visiting this waterfall in Tabacuhan Olongapo City. You'll have the chance to see the arc entrance of the waterfall and a small cave beside the plunge pool. Visiting this place during the wet season is advisable for it may get dry during the summer months.

Martin Falls in Olongapo City

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• Capistrano Falls

The tallest waterfall in Zambales. Wear thin long sleeves and jogging pants when visiting this waterfalls to avoid being cut by tall grasses. Bring 1-3 liters of water as well because the trekking is so strenuous traversing Balimpoyo Ridge. Enjoy the scenic view from the top of the ridge before going down to the waterfalls.

The Capistrano Falls

Check this old blog post about Capistrano Falls

• Namnama Falls | Bantay Silangen Falls | Flooring Falls

This waterfall flows year-round and requires a one and a half hour trekking through rocks and boulders. For about one and a half hours, you will reach this waterfall and enjoy its waters after a long walk. Expect to get wet on the beginning of the trek.

Namnama or Bantay Silangen Falls during the rainy season.

Check this Bantay Silangen Falls blog 

• Tibag Falls

A waterfall located in Sitio Tibag, Barangay Naugsol, Subic Zambales. With five river crossings and a trekking time of two hours to and from its jump-off point, this waterfall will be a good place to refresh and enjoy its cold waters.

Tibag Falls in Naugsol

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List of Zambales Waterfalls - Updated September 24, 2019

1. Balon Falls - Subic, Zambales
2. Sampaloc Falls - Subic, Zambales
3. Cabaruan Falls - San Felipe, Zambales
4. Tikes Falls - San Marcelino, Zambales
5. Mabanban Falls - San Antonio, Zambales
6. Linasin Falls - San Antonio, Zambales
7. Angeles (Capalngan) Falls - San Antonio, Zambales
8. Sagpat (Maloma) Falls - San Felipe, Zambales
9. Veto (Palacapac) Falls - San Narciso, Zambales
10. Tarudak Falls - San Marcelino, Zambales
11. Anghalo (Lubong Nangoloan) Falls - San Felipe, Zambales
12. Pundaquit Falls - San Antonio, Zambales
13. Bubey Impiyerno - Botolan, Zambales
14. Tukal Tukal - Botolan, Zambales
15. Butig Falls - Olongapo City
16. Mampueng Falls - Olongapo City
17. Martin Falls - Olongapo City
18. Capistrano Falls - Olongapo City
19. Namnama Falls | Bantay Silangen Falls | Flooring Falls
20. Tibag Falls - Subic, Zambales

If you think we've missed to include a waterfall in the list, you may contact us or comment below so we can visit them and include additional waterfalls in this post. Thanks for reading!