About Palan-ah Falls and Hot Springs
Palan-ah Falls and Hot Springs is a natural attraction in Barangay Tulgao West, Tinglayan, Kalinga, in the Cordillera region of northern Luzon. It combines a forest waterfall and adjacent natural hot springs near the Chico River valley. The site is known for its clear cascading water, warm sulfur pools used for bathing, and surrounding mountain landscape. It is accessed by road to Tulgao West and a trek, and is visited for nature, swimming and relaxation.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a forested mountain setting with a cascading waterfall flowing into natural rock pools and nearby hot spring pools with warm water for bathing. The area is surrounded by hills and vegetation typical of Tinglayan. Access involves a walk/trek from Tulgao West village, with river and trail sections. There are no large built structures; the experience is natural and rustic, focused on swimming, soaking, sightseeing and photography.
Key highlights
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Natural waterfall cascading into clear pools
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Adjacent natural hot spring pools for warm bathing
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Forested mountain and Chico River valley setting
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Remote, natural environment in Tulgao West
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Opportunity for swimming and nature photography
Culture & Context
Located within the traditional territory of the Kalinga people in Tinglayan, where rivers, waterfalls and hot springs are part of local community life and traditional land use
Route
| By road | From Tabuk City, take the Tabuk-Tinglayan road to Tinglayan town proper and onward to Barangay Tulgao West, then trek on foot to the falls and hot springs with a local guide |
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| By public transport |