Bolinao Falls
Bolinao, Pangasinan · Ilocos Region
- Swimming
- Family friendly
- Day trip
- Photography
A wide, easy-access cascade with a green swimming basin in northern Pangasinan.
Bolinao Falls is a group of three cascades in the hills of Barangay Samang Norte, a short tricycle ride from Bolinao town. The first falls is the most visited: a broad curtain of water pouring over dark rock into a deep green pool framed by ferns and boulders. The second and third falls are quieter and reached on foot, with smaller pools and more shade. The site is a common stop on a Patar Beach day trip and is fed by the same river system that drains toward the Bolinao coast.
Key facts
- Height
- ≈ 10 mestimateSources give 7 to 12 m for the main cascade, so treat the figure as approximate.
- Type
- CascadeWhat this means
- Difficulty
- EasyHow we rate this
- Opening hours
- 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM dailyHours are indicative. Confirm locally before travelling.
- Entrance fee
- ₱50 per adult at Falls 1Rates differ at Falls 2 and Falls 3. Cottages, tables and life vests are charged separately, and parking may cost extra.Fees can change without notice. Confirm locally before travelling.
- Best season
- November to May for clearer water; the flow is stronger after heavy rain
- Barangay
- Samang Norte
- Coordinates
- 16.3059, 119.8602
How to get to Bolinao Falls
From Manila, take a bus to Bolinao (about 5 to 6 hours) and get off at the town proper. From there, hire a tricycle to Barangay Samang Norte, about 15 to 20 minutes. Day tours to Patar Beach often include the falls.
Facilities on site
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Changing rooms
- Cottages
- Food stalls
- Life vest rental
Accessibility & fitness
A short, mostly level walk from the entrance to Falls 1, with some steps and uneven rock. Not wheelchair accessible; the upper falls involve more walking and river crossings.
Location map
Coordinates are approximate. Use them as a starting point and follow local signage on arrival.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Bolinao Falls located?
Bolinao Falls is in Bolinao, Pangasinan, within Ilocos Region. Its coordinates are 16.3059, 119.8602.
How do I get to Bolinao Falls?
From Manila, take a bus to Bolinao (about 5 to 6 hours) and get off at the town proper. From there, hire a tricycle to Barangay Samang Norte, about 15 to 20 minutes. Day tours to Patar Beach often include the falls.
How much is the entrance fee at Bolinao Falls?
The entrance fee at Bolinao Falls is ₱50 per adult at Falls 1. Rates differ at Falls 2 and Falls 3. Cottages, tables and life vests are charged separately, and parking may cost extra. Fees can change without notice, so confirm the current rate locally before travelling.
How difficult is the trek to Bolinao Falls?
Bolinao Falls is rated easy on our scale. A short, mostly level walk from the entrance to Falls 1, with some steps and uneven rock. Not wheelchair accessible; the upper falls involve more walking and river crossings. See our difficulty guide for the criteria.
What type of waterfall is Bolinao Falls?
We describe Bolinao Falls as a cascade waterfall. Water tumbles down a slope or a jumble of boulders, breaking over the rock instead of falling clear of it. Cascades tend to be wider and gentler than a plunge. Type describes the shape of the drop, not how hard the fall is to reach.
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