About Maria Cristina Falls
Maria Cristina Falls is a 98-meter twin waterfall on the Agus River in Barangay Maria Cristina, Iligan City, Lanao del Norte, Philippines. Located about 9 kilometers from the city center, it is the city's most famous natural landmark and the primary water source for the Agus VI Hydroelectric Plant. Known as the Twin Falls for its split flow over rock formations, it is a regulated waterfall within the National Power Corporation Nature Park.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a regulated 98-meter twin waterfall viewed from a designated concrete viewing deck across the Agus River. The site is within the National Power Corporation Nature Park, surrounded by landscaped gardens, trees and mist from the falls. Visitors can see the Agus VI Hydroelectric Plant facilities, explore the botanical and zoological garden, picnic areas and zipline within the park. Swimming at the falls is not permitted and access is limited to marked viewing areas.
Key highlights
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98-meter twin waterfall on the Agus River known as Twin Falls
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Primary water source for the Agus VI Hydroelectric Power Plant
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Dedicated viewing deck offering frontal views of the falls
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Located within the National Power Corporation (NPC) Nature Park
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Botanical and zoological garden and zipline within the park grounds