Wawa Dam is located in Rodriguez (formerly Montalban) Rizal.

The Wawa Dam was constructed in 1909 by the Americans as a reservoir and pumping facility. It became a battlefield during the Japanese occupation. Many Japanese soldiers died here defending this holding point when the Americans retook the area. A marker was placed in one of the caves that anyone passing through the trail can see. It was placed in honor of these brave men.

One of the caves in the Wawa Dam site is historically significant. The Pamitnan cave is large enough so that it can be explored. It may take an hour for a group to explore the whole cave. In April 1895, it is said that the Philippine revolutionary group KKK took refuge here. Their first cry of freedom took place here in the cave.

The Wawa Dam flanked by limestone walls is a majestic site. The quiet river, the huge limestone rocks, the caves, and the tranquil scenery depict a mystical scene. It is like traveling back in time. The view of the magnificent gorge is awe-inspiring; no wonder a lot of people would love to have a try at rock climbing here.

Local legend has it that Bernardo Carpio, a figure in Philippine Mythology, was once lured into a trap here by the Spaniards. Employing the powers of a shaman, Bernardo Carpio, being a giant in one version, was trapped in between two rocks in the Wawa Dam site. As proof of which, it is said that his hands or feet have been imprinted on the rocks. Local lore also says that one of his teeth was found in one of the caves.


Jeff D of Zone V texted March 12 friday night if I wanted to join them on a photowalk around Wawa Dam area the following day March 13 early am. Since I've never been there; I readily agreed (but officially commented on meeting time being too early :p)

Left Commonwealth Avenue with Jeff D and Willie dV around 5:30am on March 13 saturday. Got to Wawa Dam around 6am.

Met Mr. Orly (ocninon from Pipho) when he joined us in Wawa Dam.

Thank you to master photographer Willie dV and Jeff D for teaching a probee Zombie:)