Maranat falls is part of Mt. Oriod which is located Norzagaray, Bulacan. It is usually hiked together with Mt Balagbag like we did as part of our year-end hike. It is important to know that it is required to get a permit from DENR Bulacan before you plan of going to Maranat Falls since this is a part of Ipo Watershed.
From Mt. Balagbag towards Maranat Falls, one will pass a establish grassland then descend a very slippery and forested trail for a total of 1500ft descend. From there on the trails which leads to Maranat Falls requires several river crossing that passes huge boulders for a total of 3.5km.
From Mt. Balagbag towards Maranat Falls, one will pass a establish grassland then descend a very slippery and forested trail for a total of 1500ft descend. From there on the trails which leads to Maranat Falls requires several river crossing that passes huge boulders for a total of 3.5km.
The last portion of the trail that leads to Maranat Falls requires some bouldering through slippery rocks and even fallen logs. The falls is characterized by a 3 tiered drop that feeds a catch basin with portions that are deep and we were discouraged by our guide not to swim near the cascade. The water is cold and crystal clear which offers a refreshing dip but not ideal for diving.
Since Maranat Falls is a backtrail, we have ascended a total of 1500 ft that passes a forested trail and an open grassland on the way back to Mt. Balagbag.
How to Get There:
1. From Cubao, ride a bus bound for Tungko (alight in Jollibee).2. From Jollibee Tungko, ride a jeep bound for Licao-Licao
3. You can ride trikes towards Mt Balagbag or you can take a walk (we walk of course).
4. If you are interested to visit Maranat Falls you should first secure a permit from DENR Bulacan and it is also advisable that you get a guide since this is a part of Ipo Watershed which is part of Bulacan.
***DENR PENRO is located in McArthur Hi-way, Guinhawa, Malolos, Bulacan.
Bring a letter of intent together with the names of the participants, or you may email it to denr_bulacan@yahoo.com
Contact numbers: 044-7947090, 044-6620434 & 044-7940152
No Permit, No Climb. Wag Matigas ang Ulo...
It was Team Una's year-end DIY KKB hike
kailan po tong climb po ninyo?
ReplyDeletehello po, last year pa po kami nagpunta ng Maranat Falls 2017. That time we asked permit from DENR Bulacan, ngayon s tingin mas mahigpit ngayon not sure if may pinapayagan sila magpunta dyan. thanks.
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