Masbate district, Philippines

Places to visit near Uson

Uson is a town in Masbate district, Philippines, home to about 4,395 people. Within 50 km by road there are 101 places to visit — 27 rivers, islands & mangroves, 35 churches, 13 beaches & coast and 4 waterfalls. The must-see places are Kalanay Cave (32 km), Capul Island (59 km) and Lake Aguingay (83 km).

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Uson, Philippines
Uson, Masbate district, Philippines. Photo: Wikimedia Commons.

Uson at a glance

Location
Masbate district, Philippines
Population
about 4,395
Coordinates
12.2253° N, 123.7834° E
Places within 50 km
101 (1 must-see)
Best time to visit
September to February for rivers, islands & mangroves; October to March for beaches & coast; year-round for churches

Top places to visit near Uson

Ranked by how worth the drive they are from Uson: 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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Rivers, islands & mangroves near Uson

89 rivers, islands & mangroves within 100 km of Uson. The closest is Hamoraon Island (8 km). Best time: september to february.

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Churches near Uson

37 churches within 100 km of Uson. The closest is Iglesia Ni Cristo - Lokal Ng Uson (1 km). Best time: year-round.

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Beaches & coast near Uson

30 beaches & coast within 100 km of Uson. The closest is Morocborocan Beach, Uson (1 km); the best-known is Cambuhu Point (9 km). Best time: october to march.

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Waterfalls near Uson

19 waterfalls within 100 km of Uson. The closest is Calanay Falls, Palanas (22 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Uson

10 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Uson. The closest is Mount Bagalayog (14 km); the best-known is Mayong Payong Viewpoint (24 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Wildlife, forests & gardens near Uson

5 wildlife, forests & gardens within 100 km of Uson. The closest is Bongsanglay Natural Park (21 km). Best time: november to march for sightings.

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A one-day trip from Uson

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 25 km on the road.

  1. Start in Uson
  2. 9 km Cambuhu Point · beach, Masbate
  3. 1 km Magcaraguit Island · island, Masbate
  4. 1 km Dakit Island · island, Masbate
  5. 1 km Hamoraon Island · island, Masbate
  6. 3 km Deagan Island · island, Masbate
  7. 10 km Back to Uson

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How to reach Uson

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    Within 15 km of Uson

    15–50 km — half-day trips

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Uson by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Rivers, islands & mangroves2789Hamoraon Island (8 km)
    Churches3537Iglesia Ni Cristo - Lokal Ng Uson (1 km)
    Beaches & coast1330Morocborocan Beach, Uson (1 km)
    Waterfalls419Calanay Falls, Palanas (22 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints810Mount Bagalayog (14 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens35Bongsanglay Natural Park (21 km)
    Forts & heritage24Baluarte (1 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs23Lake Calero (2 km)
    Other attractions23Marine Sanctuary (9 km)
    Parks22Pallabot Park (23 km)
    Temples11Apostolic Temple of Worship, Inc (3 km)
    Caves11Kalanay Cave (32 km)
    Mosques & dargahs11Diocesan Shrine of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary (26 km)

    Uson: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Uson?

    Hamoraon Island (island, about 8 km), Dakit Island (island, about 9 km), Magcaraguit Island (island, about 9 km), Cambuhu Point (beach, about 9 km), Deagan Island (island, about 10 km), Cudao Island (island, about 11 km).

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

    101 places on Spotwander: 27 rivers, islands & mangroves, 35 churches, 13 beaches & coast, 4 waterfalls, 8 hill stations & viewpoints.

    Which is the nearest river spot to Uson?

    Hamoraon Island, about 8 km by road; Dakit Island (9 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest church to Uson?

    Iglesia Ni Cristo - Lokal Ng Uson, about 1 km by road; St. Peter and Paul, Poblacion, Uson (0 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest beach to Uson?

    Morocborocan Beach, Uson, about 1 km by road; Cambuhu Point (9 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Uson?

    Start in Uson, visit Cambuhu Point, then Magcaraguit Island, then Dakit Island, then Hamoraon Island, then Deagan Island, and drive back — about 25 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Uson?

    September to February for rivers, islands & mangroves; October to March for beaches & coast; year-round for churches.

    Towns near Uson

    Sources: places from OpenStreetMap contributors, Wikidata and GeoNames; Uson’s location and population from GeoNames; see also Uson on Wikipedia. Data sources & credits.