Alalum Falls
Sumilao, Bukidnon · Northern Mindanao
Also known as Kisolon Falls.
- Roadside
- Family-friendly
- Photography
A 45 m roadside cascade on the Sayre Highway between Sumilao and Impasug-ong.
Alalum Falls is a single 45 m drop beside the Sayre Highway, visible from the road and from a viewing deck near the Sumilao municipal hall. Water from the Kitanglad range feeds a deep circular basin at the base. Concrete steps lead down from the highway, making it one of the easiest big waterfalls to visit in Bukidnon.
Key facts
- Height
- ≈ 45 m
- Type
- PlungeWhat this means
- Difficulty
- EasyHow we rate this
- Opening hours
- 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM dailyHours are indicative. Confirm locally before travelling.
- Entrance fee
- No entrance feeNo entrance or environmental fee. It is a roadside viewpoint and no guide is needed.Fees can change without notice. Confirm locally before travelling.
- Best season
- June to November for the heaviest flow
- Barangay
- Kisolon
- Coordinates
- 8.3234, 124.9798
How to get to Alalum Falls
From Cagayan de Oro, take a bus bound for Valencia or Malaybalay via Sayre Highway and get off at Kisolon, Sumilao. The falls is beside the highway near the municipal hall.
Facilities on site
- Parking
- Viewing deck
- Restrooms
- Food stalls
Accessibility & fitness
Concrete stairs from the roadside to the basin. The viewing deck is level with the highway.
Location map
Coordinates are approximate. Use them as a starting point and follow local signage on arrival.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Alalum Falls located?
Alalum Falls is in Sumilao, Bukidnon, within Northern Mindanao. Its coordinates are 8.3234, 124.9798.
How do I get to Alalum Falls?
From Cagayan de Oro, take a bus bound for Valencia or Malaybalay via Sayre Highway and get off at Kisolon, Sumilao. The falls is beside the highway near the municipal hall.
How much is the entrance fee at Alalum Falls?
Alalum Falls has no entrance fee. No entrance or environmental fee. It is a roadside viewpoint and no guide is needed. Fees can change without notice, so confirm the current rate locally before travelling.
How difficult is the trek to Alalum Falls?
Alalum Falls is rated easy on our scale. Concrete stairs from the roadside to the basin. The viewing deck is level with the highway. See our difficulty guide for the criteria.
What type of waterfall is Alalum Falls?
We describe Alalum Falls as a plunge waterfall. Water drops almost vertically from a ledge, with little contact between the falling water and the rock. These are the classic free-falling falls, often ending in a deep pool. Type describes the shape of the drop, not how hard the fall is to reach.
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