Northern Mindanao · Misamis Oriental
Waterfalls near Cagayan de Oro
Cagayan de Oro has 7 mapped waterfalls within 75 km of the town centre. The closest is Sinulom Falls at about 27 km. One of them is within 30 km, so a day trip is realistic without a long transfer. Alalum Falls is the easiest walk, rated Easy. 2 of them are free to enter. Distances are straight-line estimates from the town centre, and access roads can change after heavy rain.
Closest waterfalls near Cagayan de Oro
Sinulom Falls
Cagayan de Oro, Misamis Oriental
Moderate≈ 80 m tall (est.)27 km away
Alalum Falls
Sumilao, Bukidnon
Easy≈ 45 m tall41 km away
Limunsudan Falls
Iligan City, Lanao del Norte
Challenging≈ 265 m tall43 km away
Dangayon Falls
Claveria, Misamis Oriental
Easy45 km away
Maria Cristina Falls
Iligan, Lanao del Norte
Easy≈ 98 m tall60 km away
Tinago Falls
Iligan, Lanao del Norte
Challenging≈ 73 m tall62 km away
Mimbalut Falls
Iligan, Lanao del Norte
Easy≈ 27 m tall (est.)62 km away
Waterfalls near Cagayan de Oro: good to know
Cagayan de Oro sits in Misamis Oriental, Northern Mindanao. The falls above are sorted by straight-line distance from the town centre, with the closest first. Use the Misamis Oriental province page to compare every listing we cover, or open a waterfall for entrance fees, difficulty, best season and directions.
Frequently asked questions
What is the nearest waterfall to Cagayan de Oro?
Sinulom Falls is the closest listing, about 27 km from the centre of Cagayan de Oro. The distance is a straight-line estimate, so allow extra time for roads and transfers.
How many waterfalls are near Cagayan de Oro?
We map 7 waterfalls within 75 km of Cagayan de Oro, and 1 of them are within 30 km.
Are the waterfalls near Cagayan de Oro free?
2 of the 7 falls we list within 75 km of Cagayan de Oro are free to enter. The rest charge an entrance fee, shown on each listing.
When is the best time to visit waterfalls near Cagayan de Oro?
The dry season from December to May usually brings safer trails and clearer water. The rainy months can bring stronger flow but also slippery paths and occasional closures, so check local conditions before travelling. See waterfalls in Misamis Oriental.