Exploring the Lake Sampaloc in San Pablo, Laguna

Written By Frecelynne Roman

A few weeks ago we went to visit the Parish and National Shrine of Saint Padre Pio in Santo Tomas, Batangas. We still have more hours to spare so we decided to take a side trip to Lake Sampaloc in San Pablo, Laguna.

Lake Sampaloc

Lake Sampaloc, one of the Seven Lakes of San Pablo, is truly a beautiful sight. Its calm waters mirror the sky, creating a peaceful escape that’s perfect for relaxing, picnicking, or even boating. Beyond being a favorite for nature lovers, the lake has deep cultural roots in the local community.

How to get to Lake Sampaloc

Private Car

Pin Lake Sampaloc in San Pablo, Laguna

Commute

From DLTB, Jac Liner or Jam Liner bus terminals in Buendia, take a bus bound to Lucena. Ask the conductor to drop you off SM San Pablo. From there, hail the tricycle and ask to be dropped off at Lake Sampaloc.

Things to do at Lake Sampaloc

1 Foodtrip at Sampaloc Lake Boardwalk

2. Eat at MJ’s Lomi House

3. Walk up the Hagdang Bato

4. Ride a Bike

5. Take a photo of Tilapia Monument

6. Take a photo of Andres Bonifacio Monument

7. Walk around Doña Leonila Park

Nearby Tourist Attractions

Make the most out of your visit at Lake Sampaloc, here are some other nearby tourist attractions:

Cathedral Parish of Saint Paul the First Hermit

Padrinos del Monumento

Frecelynne Roman

Frecelynne Roman has been writing since 2011. She has been chasing stories through airports, provincial roads, and everything in between. A lifestyle and travel writer from Manila. She turns family adventures into a destination of their own. She spends her weekdays as a Marketing Director for an international company and her evenings as a Marketing Communications graduate student at UST. Reach her at helloimfrecelynne@gmail.com. Follow her on Instagram @helloimfrecelynne.

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