Negros Island Region · Negros Oriental
Waterfalls near Dumaguete
Dumaguete has 12 mapped waterfalls within 75 km of the town centre. The closest is Casaroro Falls at about 11 km. 6 of them are within 30 km, so a day trip is realistic without a long transfer. Pulangbato 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 Dumaguete
Casaroro Falls
Valencia, Negros Oriental
Challenging≈ 30 m tall11 km away
Pulangbato Falls
Valencia, Negros Oriental
Easy≈ 9 m tall12 km away
Check before you goTumalog Falls
Oslob, Cebu
Easy≈ 100 m tall (est.)21 km away
Aguinid Falls
Samboan, Cebu
Moderate≈ 15 m tall (est.)22 km away
Dao Falls
Samboan, Cebu
Moderate≈ 120 m tall26 km away
Inambakan Falls
Ginatilan, Cebu
Easy≈ 30 m tall (est.)29 km away
Lugnason Falls
San Juan, Siquijor
Easy≈ 10 m tall (est.)31 km away
Kabutongan Falls
Malabuyoc, Cebu
Challenging≈ 15 m tall (est.)34 km away
Lagaan Falls
Lazi, Siquijor
Moderate39 km away
Kawasan Falls
Lazi, Siquijor
Moderate39 km away
Locong Falls
Lazi, Siquijor
Moderate40 km away
Cambugahay Falls
Lazi, Siquijor
Easy40 km away
Waterfalls near Dumaguete: good to know
Dumaguete sits in Negros Oriental, Negros Island Region. The falls above are sorted by straight-line distance from the town centre, with the closest first. Use the Negros 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 Dumaguete?
Casaroro Falls is the closest listing, about 11 km from the centre of Dumaguete. The distance is a straight-line estimate, so allow extra time for roads and transfers.
How many waterfalls are near Dumaguete?
We map 12 waterfalls within 75 km of Dumaguete, and 6 of them are within 30 km.
Are the waterfalls near Dumaguete free?
2 of the 12 falls we list within 75 km of Dumaguete are free to enter. The rest charge an entrance fee, shown on each listing.
When is the best time to visit waterfalls near Dumaguete?
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 Negros Oriental.