Mag-Aso Falls (Kabankalan)
Kabankalan, Negros Occidental · Negros Island Region
Also known as Magaso Falls Negros Occidental.
- Swimming
- Family-friendly
- Nature
A misty twin waterfall in the uplands of Kabankalan, Negros Occidental.
Mag-Aso Falls in Kabankalan is a two-tiered cascade whose name refers to the 'smoke' of fine mist that hangs over the pool. Set in cool highland forest, it is a favourite local picnic and swimming spot. The drive up from the city passes sugarcane fields and mountain views.
Key facts
- Height
- ≈ 25 mestimate
- Type
- Multi-tierWhat 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 personDay-use entrance to the city-run resort. Children under seven are free and cottages are extra.Fees can change without notice. Confirm locally before travelling.
- Best season
- June to December
- Barangay
- Oringao
- Coordinates
- 9.9007, 122.8935
How to get to Mag-Aso Falls
From Bacolod, take a bus to Kabankalan (about 2 hours), then a jeepney or habal-habal toward Bangga Mag-Aso in Barangay Oringao.
Facilities on site
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Cottages
- Food stalls
Accessibility & fitness
A short, gentle walk from the parking area to the pools.
Location map
Coordinates are approximate. Use them as a starting point and follow local signage on arrival.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Mag-Aso Falls located?
Mag-Aso Falls is in Kabankalan, Negros Occidental, within Negros Island Region. Its coordinates are 9.9007, 122.8935.
How do I get to Mag-Aso Falls?
From Bacolod, take a bus to Kabankalan (about 2 hours), then a jeepney or habal-habal toward Bangga Mag-Aso in Barangay Oringao.
How much is the entrance fee at Mag-Aso Falls?
The entrance fee at Mag-Aso Falls is ₱50 per person. Day-use entrance to the city-run resort. Children under seven are free and cottages are extra. Fees can change without notice, so confirm the current rate locally before travelling.
How difficult is the trek to Mag-Aso Falls?
Mag-Aso Falls is rated easy on our scale. A short, gentle walk from the parking area to the pools. See our difficulty guide for the criteria.
What type of waterfall is Mag-Aso Falls?
We describe Mag-Aso Falls as a multi-tier waterfall. A tall fall made of many closely stacked tiers, so the whole face looks like a staircase. We use this when the steps are too numerous or too tight to count from below. Type describes the shape of the drop, not how hard the fall is to reach.
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