South Cotabato district, Philippines

Places to visit near Sinolon

Sinolon is a town in South Cotabato district, Philippines, home to about 2,838 people. Within 50 km by road there are 123 places to visit — 42 churches, 4 beaches & coast, 17 waterfalls and 16 hill stations & viewpoints. The must-see places are Seven Falls Zipline, Lake Sebu (14 km), Mount Melibengoy (22 km) and Mount Matutum (40 km).

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Sinolon at a glance

Location
South Cotabato district, Philippines
Population
about 2,838
Coordinates
6.2439° N, 124.8144° E
Places within 50 km
123 (3 must-see)
Best time to visit
October to March for beaches & coast; July to January, best August to November right after rains for waterfalls; year-round for churches

Top places to visit near Sinolon

Ranked by how worth the drive they are from Sinolon: 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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Churches near Sinolon

54 churches within 100 km of Sinolon. The closest is Edwards Alliance Church (1 km); the best-known is Divine Mercy Chapel (13 km). Best time: year-round.

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Beaches & coast near Sinolon

42 beaches & coast within 100 km of Sinolon. The closest is Kayupo Kling Beach (45 km). Best time: october to march.

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Waterfalls near Sinolon

38 waterfalls within 100 km of Sinolon. The closest is Hikong Alu (1st) (12 km); the best-known is Seven Falls Zipline, Lake Sebu (14 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Sinolon

24 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Sinolon. The closest is Sabu Mountain (3 km); the best-known is Mount Melibengoy (22 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Lakes, dams & reservoirs near Sinolon

13 lakes, dams & reservoirs within 100 km of Sinolon. The closest is Nongon Lake (10 km); the best-known is Lake Holon (22 km). Best time: august to december when reservoirs are full and gates may open.

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Rivers, islands & mangroves near Sinolon

8 rivers, islands & mangroves within 100 km of Sinolon. The closest is T'bowow (15 km). Best time: september to february.

  • T'bowow · river spot · South Cotabato · ~15 km
  • Isla Baay · river spot · South Cotabato · ~15 km
  • Tebenwu · river spot · South Cotabato · ~15 km
  • Bonita · river spot · South Cotabato · ~16 km
  • Valenzuela · river spot · South Cotabato · ~16 km
  • Tegaya · river spot · South Cotabato · ~16 km

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A one-day trip from Sinolon

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 74 km on the road.

  1. Start in Sinolon
  2. 5 km Pito del Carabao · viewpoint, South Cotabato
  3. 22 km Mount Melibengoy · viewpoint, South Cotabato
  4. 30 km Seven Falls Zipline, Lake Sebu · waterfall, South Cotabato
  5. 4 km 7 Waterfalls Lake Sebu · waterfall, South Cotabato
  6. 1 km Hikong Alu (1st) · waterfall, South Cotabato
  7. 12 km Back to Sinolon

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How to reach Sinolon

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Sinolon by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Churches4254Edwards Alliance Church (1 km)
    Beaches & coast442Kayupo Kling Beach (45 km)
    Waterfalls1738Hikong Alu (1st) (12 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints1624Sabu Mountain (3 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs1213Nongon Lake (10 km)
    Other attractions1113T'boli Knoon Monument (4 km)
    Rivers, islands & mangroves88T'bowow (15 km)
    Caves34Bakngeb River Cave (15 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens24Allah Valley Watershed Forest Reserve (17 km)
    Museums34House of Gongs (15 km)
    Parks33Dorigo Water Park (4 km)
    Forts & heritage12Lang Dulay Memorial (14 km)
    Buddhist sites11Poor Clare Monastery (34 km)

    Sinolon: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Sinolon?

    Seven Falls Zipline, Lake Sebu (waterfall, about 14 km), Mount Melibengoy (viewpoint, about 22 km), Pito del Carabao (viewpoint, about 5 km), Hikong Alu (1st) (waterfall, about 12 km), 7 Waterfalls Lake Sebu (waterfall, about 12 km), 2nd Falls (waterfall, about 12 km).

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

    123 places on Spotwander: 42 churches, 4 beaches & coast, 17 waterfalls, 16 hill stations & viewpoints, 12 lakes, dams & reservoirs.

    Which is the nearest church to Sinolon?

    Edwards Alliance Church, about 1 km by road; Tboli Camacop Aalliance Churh (4 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest beach to Sinolon?

    Kayupo Kling Beach, about 45 km by road; Nama Beach (47 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest waterfall to Sinolon?

    Hikong Alu (1st), about 12 km by road; 7 Waterfalls Lake Sebu (12 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Sinolon?

    Start in Sinolon, visit Pito del Carabao, then Mount Melibengoy, then Seven Falls Zipline, Lake Sebu, then 7 Waterfalls Lake Sebu, then Hikong Alu (1st), and drive back — about 74 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Sinolon?

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

    Towns near Sinolon

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