About Gorochan Falls
Gorochan Falls is a forested waterfall in Barangay Igcabugao, municipality of Igbaras, southern Iloilo Province, Philippines. Surrounded by trees, river boulders and hilly terrain, it cascades into a natural pool used for swimming and wading. Reached by a trek from the barangay proper, the falls remains relatively undeveloped and quiet. It is notable as one of several natural attractions in Igbaras, offering a nature-based visit away from urban areas.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a rural forest and river setting reached by a trek from Barangay Igcabugao through trails, streams and boulders. The falls cascades into a natural basin with clear water where swimming and wading are commonly done. The area is undeveloped with natural vegetation and rock formations, offering space for sightseeing, photography and resting by the pool. There are no large built structures; the experience is focused on nature, the sound of falling water and the surrounding hills.
Key highlights
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Forest waterfall cascading into a natural swimming basin
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Trek through rural trails, river crossings and boulders to reach the falls
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Clear natural pool suitable for swimming and wading
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Quiet, relatively undeveloped natural setting in southern Iloilo
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Scenic surroundings of trees, hills and river rocks
Route
| By road | From Iloilo City, travel by road south to Igbaras town proper, then take a habal-habal (motorcycle taxi) to Barangay Igcabugao and continue on foot via trekking trail to the falls |
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| By public transport | Vans and jeepneys operate between Iloilo City and Igbaras; habal-habal available from Igbaras town to Barangay Igcabugao |