Ilocos Region · La Union
Waterfalls near San Juan, La Union
San Juan has 6 mapped waterfalls within 75 km of the town centre. The closest is Tangadan Falls at about 13 km. 4 of them are within 30 km, so a day trip is realistic without a long transfer. Occalong 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 San Juan
Tangadan Falls
San Gabriel, La Union
Moderate≈ 15 m tall (est.)13 km away
Occalong Falls
Luna, La Union
Easy15 km away
Balay Anito Falls
Santol, La Union
Challenging15 km away
Simminublan Falls
Santol, La Union
Moderate≈ 8 m tall21 km away
Bolinao Falls
Bolinao, Pangasinan
Easy≈ 10 m tall (est.)64 km away
Check before you goPongas Falls
Sagada, Mountain Province
Challenging≈ 70 m tall (est.)73 km away
Waterfalls near San Juan: good to know
San Juan sits in La Union, Ilocos Region. The falls above are sorted by straight-line distance from the town centre, with the closest first. Use the La Union 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 San Juan?
Tangadan Falls is the closest listing, about 13 km from the centre of San Juan. The distance is a straight-line estimate, so allow extra time for roads and transfers.
How many waterfalls are near San Juan?
We map 6 waterfalls within 75 km of San Juan, and 4 of them are within 30 km.
Are the waterfalls near San Juan free?
2 of the 6 falls we list within 75 km of San Juan are free to enter. The rest charge an entrance fee, shown on each listing.
When is the best time to visit waterfalls near San Juan?
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 La Union.