Pulangbato Falls
Valencia, Negros Oriental · Negros Island Region
Also known as Red River Falls.
- Swimming
- Family-friendly
- Geothermal
A cool cascade over red mineral-stained rock in Valencia, with a hot spring nearby.
Pulangbato Falls gets its name from the reddish stones and mineral-rich water of the river that feeds it. The colour comes from sulfur deposits washed down from the geothermal area around Mount Talinis, not from warm water: the falls itself is cold. A short distance away, the Red Rock Hot Spring is the warm stop on the same valley circuit. A deep natural basin and a picnic area make the falls an easy, family-friendly visit.
Key facts
- Height
- ≈ 9 m
- Type
- CascadeWhat this means
- Difficulty
- EasyHow we rate this
- Opening hours
- 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM dailyHours are indicative. Confirm locally before travelling.
- Entrance fee
- ₱100 per person, ₱50 for children 10 and underEntrance to the mountain resort, with free parking. Seniors and PWDs get a 20 percent discount.Fees can change without notice. Confirm locally before travelling.
- Best season
- Year-round
- Barangay
- Malabo
- Coordinates
- 9.3213, 123.1935
How to get to Pulangbato Falls
From Dumaguete, head to Valencia (about 30 minutes by jeepney), then take a habal-habal or tricycle into the Ocoy Valley.
Facilities on site
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Cottages
- Food stalls
Accessibility & fitness
Short, gentle walk from the parking area to the viewing deck and pools.
Location map
Coordinates are approximate. Use them as a starting point and follow local signage on arrival.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Pulangbato Falls located?
Pulangbato Falls is in Valencia, Negros Oriental, within Negros Island Region. Its coordinates are 9.3213, 123.1935.
How do I get to Pulangbato Falls?
From Dumaguete, head to Valencia (about 30 minutes by jeepney), then take a habal-habal or tricycle into the Ocoy Valley.
How much is the entrance fee at Pulangbato Falls?
The entrance fee at Pulangbato Falls is ₱100 per person, ₱50 for children 10 and under. Entrance to the mountain resort, with free parking. Seniors and PWDs get a 20 percent discount. Fees can change without notice, so confirm the current rate locally before travelling.
How difficult is the trek to Pulangbato Falls?
Pulangbato Falls is rated easy on our scale. Short, gentle walk from the parking area to the viewing deck and pools. See our difficulty guide for the criteria.
What type of waterfall is Pulangbato Falls?
We describe Pulangbato 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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