Rivers & Lakes

Rivers, lakes, lagoons, waterfalls, and natural water features across the Philippines.

112 articles

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Estero de Vitas: Hydrology and Historical Role in Manila

Estero de Vitas is a historic river in Manila, Philippines, connecting to Manila Bay and Navotas River.

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Banica River: Hydrology and Course in Negros Oriental

The Banica River flows through Valencia and Dumaguete City in Negros Oriental, Philippines, emptying into the Bohol Sea.

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Santa Maria River: Hydrology and Course in Bulacan

The Santa Maria River is a 31-kilometre waterway in Bulacan, Philippines, bisecting Santa Maria, Bocaue, and San Jose del Monte.

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Tullahan River: Hydrology, Infrastructure and Rehabilitation in Metro Manila

The Tullahan River is a 27.1 km waterway in the National Capital Region, flowing from Quezon City to Manila Bay and serving as a key drainag...

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Abatan River: Ecology, Mangrove Biodiversity and Tourism in Western Bohol

The Abatan River in Bohol features a diverse mangrove estuary, rare endemic species, and historical significance as a WWII naval namesake.

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Marikina River: Hydrology, Flood History and Infrastructure in Metro Manila

The Marikina River is the largest tributary of the Pasig River in Metro Manila, known for its critical flood control infrastructure and sign...

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Loboc River: Hydrology, Tourism and Infrastructure in Bohol

The Loboc River in Bohol is a major tourist destination known for its steady flow, scenic cruises, and historical hydroelectric plant.

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Molawin River: Hydrology, Conservation and Cultural Significance in Los Baños

The Molawin River is a tributary of Laguna de Bay flowing through the University of the Philippines Los Baños campus, known for its ecologic...

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Libungan River: Hydrology and Regional Significance

The Libungan River in Mindanao flows from Mount Piapayungan to the Rio Grande de Mindanao, forming a provincial boundary.

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Bicol River: Hydrology, Geomorphology and Regional Drainage

The Bicol River is the eighth largest river in the Philippines, draining the Bicol Peninsula and passing through Naga City to San Miguel Bay...

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Inabanga River: Hydrology, Ecology and Historical Significance in Bohol

The Inabanga River is the largest river in Bohol, Philippines. This article covers its hydrology, watershed, ecology, and historical signifi...

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San Juan River: Hydrology, Tributaries and Infrastructure in Metro Manila

The San Juan River is a major tributary of the Pasig River in Metro Manila, flowing through Quezon City, San Juan, Mandaluyong and Manila.