Tinubdan Falls

Tinubdan Falls sits in the forested interior of Catmon, on Cebu’s northeast coast, where the water drops in several tiers, each cascade feeding its own pool. That tiered layout means visitors can spread out along the falls rather than crowd a single swimming hole, which makes it workable for a mixed group with different comfort levels around water. Like most Cebu waterfalls, the flow here depends on the health of the forest catchment upstream — the shaded canopy around the falls isn’t just for visitor comfort, it’s part of what keeps the stream running through the dry months. There’s no entrance fee and no built-up tourism infrastructure; the site is managed informally at the barangay level rather than run as a commercial attraction.

• A short walk from the road gets you to the falls, manageable for most ages and fitness levels.
• The multiple tiers give you a choice of pools by depth and how much privacy you want.
• Pack a picnic — the forest canopy keeps the area shaded and noticeably cooler than the open coast.

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• Bolocboloc Spring
• Sayaw Beach