CALABARZON · Laguna
Waterfalls near Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz has 8 mapped waterfalls within 75 km of the town centre. The closest is Pagsanjan Falls at about 9.3 km. 4 of them are within 30 km, so a day trip is realistic without a long transfer. Pagsanjan Falls is the easiest walk, rated Easy. 1 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 Santa Cruz
Pagsanjan Falls
Cavinti, Laguna
Easy≈ 90 m tall (est.)9.3 km away
Hulugan Falls
Luisiana, Laguna
Moderate≈ 70 m tall11 km away
Buruwisan Falls
Siniloan, Laguna
Moderate≈ 60 m tall (est.)21 km away
Majayjay Falls
Majayjay, Laguna
Easy≈ 12 m tall22 km away
Daranak Falls
Tanay, Rizal
Easy≈ 14 m tall31 km away
Batlag Falls
Tanay, Rizal
Easy≈ 10 m tall (est.)31 km away
Hinulugang Taktak
Antipolo, Rizal
Easy≈ 21 m tall44 km away
Balite Falls
Amadeo, Cavite
Easy≈ 8 m tall (est.)54 km away
Waterfalls near Santa Cruz: good to know
Santa Cruz sits in Laguna, CALABARZON. The falls above are sorted by straight-line distance from the town centre, with the closest first. Use the Laguna 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 Santa Cruz?
Pagsanjan Falls is the closest listing, about 9.3 km from the centre of Santa Cruz. The distance is a straight-line estimate, so allow extra time for roads and transfers.
How many waterfalls are near Santa Cruz?
We map 8 waterfalls within 75 km of Santa Cruz, and 4 of them are within 30 km.
Are the waterfalls near Santa Cruz free?
1 of the 8 falls we list within 75 km of Santa Cruz are free to enter. The rest charge an entrance fee, shown on each listing.
When is the best time to visit waterfalls near Santa Cruz?
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 Laguna.