About Lake Danum
Lake Danum is a small natural freshwater lake located in Sagada, Mountain Province, in the Cordillera region of northern Luzon, Philippines. Surrounded by pine forests and mountain terrain, it lies a short drive from Sagada town center. The lake is known for its calm, reflective waters and cool highland climate. It serves as a quiet recreational spot for sightseeing, photography and boating, offering a peaceful natural setting distinct from Sagada's caves and hanging coffins.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a small, calm freshwater lake surrounded by pine trees and grassy slopes in a cool mountain setting. The lakeshore has open viewing areas and space for picnics, with small wooden rafts and boats available for short rides on the water. The area is quiet and scenic, suitable for photography, leisurely walks around the perimeter, and enjoying reflections of the surrounding pines and sky. Facilities are basic and the atmosphere is tranquil compared to Sagada's more active cave sites.
Key highlights
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Small natural freshwater lake surrounded by pine forest
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Calm reflective waters ideal for photography
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Wooden raft and boat rides on the lake
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Cool highland climate and peaceful mountain scenery
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Easy side trip from Sagada town center
Culture & Context
The lake forms part of Sagada's natural landscape in the Cordillera highlands, valued by the local Kankanaey community and integrated into the municipality's eco-tourism offerings alongside caves and traditional villages.
Route
| By road | Located approximately 3-4 km southwest of Sagada town proper via the Sagada-Besao Road, reachable by tricycle, private vehicle or guided tour van with a short walk from the parking area to the lake. |
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| By public transport |