Ambuklao Dam

Ambuklao Dam is a hydroelectric dam and reservoir on the Agno River in Bokod, Benguet, Cordillera Administrative Region, about 36 km northeast of Baguio City. Completed in 1956, it was among the Philippines' earliest large hydroelectric projects and remains a major power source. Set in pine-covered mountains at around 750 meters elevation, it is noted for its long reservoir, scenic highland landscape, and engineering history.

Visitors can expect a large concrete hydroelectric dam and a long reservoir set in a mountain valley surrounded by pine forests. The main visitor areas are viewpoints overlooking the dam wall, spillway and reservoir, with photo opportunities of the water and highland scenery. Access is via a winding mountain road. Facilities are basic, focused on sightseeing and photography, with occasional boating and fishing activity on the reservoir when conditions permit.

Ambuklao Dam was constructed from 1950 to 1956 on the Agno River as part of post-war hydroelectric development in the Philippines. At completion it was one of the country's largest and earliest major hydroelectric facilities with an initial capacity of 75 MW. The dam was damaged by the 1990 Luzon earthquake and underwent a major rehabilitation and upgrading from 2003 to 2011, increasing capacity to 105 MW and extending its operational life.