Peñablanca Protected Landscape and Seascape

The protected area spans 118,781 hectares along the northern Sierra Madre mountain range, featuring over 300 limestone caves and Pacific coastal sections.

Originally designated as Callao Cave National Park in 1935, the area received its current protected status designation on October 6, 2003.

The caves within the reserve contain archaeological evidence of ancient settlements, including 3,500-year-old rock art that documents early human presence.

Visitors can access the main Callao Cave through concrete steps, while additional caves like Jackpot and Odessa-Tumbali require professional guidance for exploration.

Natural light streams through openings in Callao Cave's seven chambers, creating distinct illumination patterns across the limestone formations.

Location: Cagayan

Inception: October 6, 2003

GPS coordinates: 17.61667,122.04167

Latest update: March 9, 2025 19:26