Rivers & Lakes
Rivers, lakes, lagoons, waterfalls, and natural water features across the Philippines.
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Lumot Lake: Hydrology, Infrastructure and Recreation in Laguna
Lumot Lake is a man-made reservoir in Laguna, Philippines, serving as an auxiliary water source for the Kalayaan Pumped-Storage Hydroelectri...
Camponay Falls: Geography, Etymology and Recreation in Sibagat
Camponay Falls is a waterfall and cave site in Sibagat, Agusan del Sur, Mindanao, named after an early military camp.
Lake Dapao: Ecology, Conservation and Hydrology in Lanao del Sur
Lake Dapao is a deep freshwater lake in Lanao del Sur, Mindanao, known for its biodiversity and protected status under Republic Act 4190.
Pinandagatan Falls: Geography and Access in Sibagat, Agusan del Sur
Pinandagatan Falls is a multi-tiered waterfall in Sibagat, Agusan del Sur, known for its forested setting and 31-kilometer trek.
Laguna de Bay: Hydrology, Ecology and Regional Infrastructure
Laguna de Bay is the largest lake in the Philippines, supporting fisheries, agriculture, and water supply for Metro Manila.
Camaya Falls: Ecology and Tourism in Mariveles, Bataan
Camaya Falls in Mariveles, Bataan: a three-tier waterfall system in Mount Mariveles with rich dipterocarp flora and endangered wildlife.
Taal Lake: Volcanic Caldera, Ecology and Heritage in Batangas
Taal Lake is a freshwater caldera lake in Batangas, Philippines. It features Volcano Island, endemic fish species, and a history of volcanic...
Lake Balanan: Tectonic Formation and Ecology in Siaton, Negros Oriental
Lake Balanan is a tectonic lake in Siaton, Negros Oriental, formed by a 1925 earthquake. It features a figure-eight shape and is managed as...
Lake Sebu: Watershed, Ancestral Domain and Eco-Tourism in South Cotabato
Lake Sebu is a natural lake in South Cotabato, Philippines, recognized as a key watershed and ancestral domain of the Tboli and Ubo tribes.
Kayangan Lake: Tagbanwa Heritage and Brackish Ecology in Coron
Kayangan Lake is a sacred brackish lake in Coron, Philippines, maintained by the Tagbanwa people and known for its clarity.
Lake Caliraya: Hydroelectric Heritage and Recreation in Laguna
Man-made reservoir in Laguna, Philippines, created in 1939 for hydroelectric power and known for bass fishing.
Epol Falls: Geography, Legend and Tourism in Marilog, Davao City
Epol Falls is a waterfall in Marilog, Davao City, known for its legend of everlasting love and Matigsalug tribal heritage.
Nabao Lake: Oxbow Formation and Eco-Tourism Development in Cabiao
Nabao Lake is a 38-hectare oxbow lake in Cabiao, Nueva Ecija, developed into an eco-tourism site with a floating market park.
Asik-Asik Falls: Hydrology, Discovery and Geology in Cotabato
Asik-Asik Falls in Cotabato features water emerging from cliff crevices. Discovered in 2010, it is a proposed national geological monument.
Lake Mainit: Geography, Hydrology and Fisheries in Northern Mindanao
Lake Mainit is the deepest lake in the Philippines, located in Surigao del Norte and Agusan del Norte.
Lake Baao: Hydrology, Seasonal Dynamics and Basin Geography
Lake Baao is a shallow freshwater lake in Camarines Sur, Philippines, with a surface area of 1.77 km2 and unique seasonal shrinkage.
Lake Tikub: Geology and Geography in Tiaong, Quezon
Lake Tikub is a maar crater lake in Tiaong, Quezon, part of the Laguna Volcanic Field near Mount Malepunyo.
Pulangi River: Hydrology, Hydroelectric Infrastructure and Indigenous Heritage
The Pulangi River is the longest river in Bukidnon and a major tributary of the Rio Grande de Mindanao, featuring significant hydroelectric...
Iloilo River: Estuarine Ecology, Port History and Urban Infrastructure
The Iloilo River is an estuarine waterway in Western Visayas, serving as a vital port, ecological nursery for fish and mangroves, and urban...
Mapanuepe Lake: Formation, Submerged Heritage and Ecology in Zambales
Mapanuepe Lake in Zambales was formed by Mount Pinatubo's 1991 lahar damming. It features a submerged chapel and mercury-contaminated waters...