Capones Island
A rocky islet off Pandaquit with a 1890 Spanish-era lighthouse ruin on its steep summit and white-sand beaches and clear water on its far side.
Capones Island lies in the open sea northwest of the Pandaquit coast. On the steep rocky summit stands the Capones Lighthouse, built in 1890 during the Spanish colonial period and kept in use under American rule. Brick and stone remnants of the lighthouse and the keepers' houses still survive. Visitors reach the island by crab boat and climb a gravel path for about 20 to 30 minutes to reach the lighthouse, where you can look out over the South China Sea and the Zambales coastline. The island's north side has a white-sand beach for swimming and snorkeling. It is often paired with Anawangin Cove in a one-day island-hopping trip. The climb is exposed to strong sun, so bring sunscreen and water. Landings can be difficult when the waves are high.
Opening hours
Daytime boat services
Nearby sights
- Anawangin Cove & Nagsasa Cove
- Grande Island
- Inflatable Island
- All Hands Beach
- Camayan Beach
- Ocean Adventure
- Subic Bay Boardwalk
- Zoobic Safari