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I might be wrong but according to some locals, folklore has it that Aliwagwag Falls is a gift of the gods to the Mandaya Tribe of Cateel. It is their source of living and fountain of their lives.
I think before it was developed, there were no roads and no trails in the area. The only way to get there was by riding a boat passing the Cateel River.
For me in 2012, Cateel was greatly hit by Typhoon Pablo and Aliwagwag Falls was not spared. The forest surrounding the river was almost unrecognizable. But through the help of the government and locals, it is now back to its full glory. Lush vegetation can now be seen on both of its sides, adding beauty to the waterfall.
Maybe the government of Davao Oriental collects a minimal entrance fee for the maintenance of the Aliwagwag Falls Eco Park. Thanks to social media, Aliwagwag has seen an influx of tourists who also want to witness its natural charm. It has also been included among the 94 National Integrated Protected Areas placed under government protection