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The Pinacanauan River is one of the rivers in the Philippines, and is a tributary of the Cagayan River. The river passes through the Peñablanca Protected Landscape and Seascape,[1] with large karst formations, underground chambers, and rare wild flora. The Pinacanauan is considered one of the most picturesque attractions in Cagayan.

Pinacanauan River
Location
CountryPhilippines
RegionCagayan Valley
ProvinceCagayan
City/municipality
  • Peñablanca
  • Tuguegarao
Physical characteristics
MouthCagayan River
 • location
Tuguegarao
 • coordinates
17.6051°N 121.7306°E / 17.6051; 121.7306
Length82.6 km (51.3 mi)
Basin size65,099 hectares (650.99 km2)[1]
Basin features
ProgressionPinacanauan–Cagayan
River systemPinacanauan Watershed[1]

Because of its moderate to medium-quick rapid farther upstream, it is a popular place for rafting and kayaking. The place is surrounded by mountains for hiking, climbing and spelunking. Boat races take place on this river every year on April 21.[2]


References


  1. van Beukering, Pieter; Papyrakis, Elissaios; Bouma, Jetske; Brouwer, Roy (2013). Nature's Wealth: The Economics of Ecosystem Services and Poverty (illustrated ed.). Cambridge University Press. p. 203. ISBN 978-1107027152. Retrieved 3 March 2019.
  2. "Pinacanauan River". Retrieved 8 December 2014.

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