South Cotabato district, Philippines

Places to visit near Linan

Linan is a town in South Cotabato district, Philippines, home to about 3,160 people. Within 50 km by road there are 55 places to visit — 18 waterfalls, 0 beaches & coast, 14 churches and 11 hill stations & viewpoints. The must-see places are Mount Matutum (17 km), Lake Buluan (38 km) and Seven Falls Zipline, Lake Sebu (47 km).

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Linan at a glance

Location
South Cotabato district, Philippines
Population
about 3,160
Coordinates
6.4322° N, 124.9762° E
Places within 50 km
55 (4 must-see)
Best time to visit
July to January, best August to November right after rains for waterfalls; October to March for beaches & coast; year-round for churches

Top places to visit near Linan

Ranked by how worth the drive they are from Linan: must-see places and the closest well-loved spots first. Open a place for photos, today’s visitor status, timings and directions.

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Waterfalls near Linan

59 waterfalls within 100 km of Linan. The closest is Sandig Falls (8 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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Beaches & coast near Linan

53 beaches & coast within 100 km of Linan. The closest is Bula Beach (54 km); the best-known is Sarangani Bay (74 km). Best time: october to march.

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Churches near Linan

38 churches within 100 km of Linan. The closest is Iglesia Ni Cristo (15 km). Best time: year-round.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Linan

27 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Linan. The closest is Mount Susong Dalaga (2 km); the best-known is Mount Matutum (17 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Lakes, dams & reservoirs near Linan

5 lakes, dams & reservoirs within 100 km of Linan. The closest is Marbel Roundball (21 km); the best-known is Lake Buluan (38 km). Best time: august to december when reservoirs are full and gates may open.

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Wildlife, forests & gardens near Linan

5 wildlife, forests & gardens within 100 km of Linan. The closest is Allah Valley Watershed Forest Reserve (46 km). Best time: november to march for sightings.

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A one-day trip from Linan

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 55 km on the road.

  1. Start in Linan
  2. 2 km Mount Susong Dalaga · viewpoint, South Cotabato
  3. 7 km Sandig Falls · waterfall, South Cotabato
  4. 10 km Mount Matutum · viewpoint, South Cotabato
  5. 7 km Magsangyaw Eco-Park · viewpoint, South Cotabato
  6. 18 km Divine's Twin Falls · waterfall, South Cotabato
  7. 11 km Back to Linan

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How to reach Linan

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Linan by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Waterfalls1859Sandig Falls (8 km)
    Beaches & coast053Bula Beach (54 km)
    Churches1438Iglesia Ni Cristo (15 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints1127Mount Susong Dalaga (2 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs35Marbel Roundball (21 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens15Allah Valley Watershed Forest Reserve (46 km)
    Other attractions14Durian Garden (29 km)
    Caves34Olarte Cave (39 km)
    Forts & heritage14Lang Dulay Memorial (46 km)
    Museums12B'laan Museum and Weaving Center (29 km)
    Parks11Polomolok Town Plaza (32 km)
    Buddhist sites11Poor Clare Monastery (33 km)

    Linan: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Linan?

    Mount Matutum (viewpoint, about 17 km), Mount Susong Dalaga (viewpoint, about 2 km), Sandig Falls (waterfall, about 8 km), Magsangyaw Eco-Park (viewpoint, about 10 km), Divine's Twin Falls (waterfall, about 11 km), Siok Falls (waterfall, about 15 km).

    How many tourist places are there within 50 km of Linan?

    55 places on Spotwander: 18 waterfalls, 14 churches, 11 hill stations & viewpoints, 3 lakes, dams & reservoirs, 1 sanctuary.

    Which is the nearest waterfall to Linan?

    Sandig Falls, about 8 km by road; Divine's Twin Falls (11 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest beach to Linan?

    Bula Beach, about 54 km by road; Ladol Beach (61 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest church to Linan?

    Iglesia Ni Cristo, about 15 km by road; Christ the King Cathedral (21 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Linan?

    Start in Linan, visit Mount Susong Dalaga, then Sandig Falls, then Mount Matutum, then Magsangyaw Eco-Park, then Divine's Twin Falls, and drive back — about 55 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Linan?

    July to January, best August to November right after rains for waterfalls; October to March for beaches & coast; year-round for churches.

    Towns near Linan

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