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Camarines Norte is a province in Bicol Region, Philippines, made up of 11 cities and municipalities and 232 barangays with a combined 2020 census population of 512,819. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code system with code 0600280000. This directory documents 261 attractions, 2 festivals, 269 restaurants, 4 places to stay, and 2,848 verified businesses across Camarines Norte.
About Camarines Norte
Camarines Norte is the northernmost province of the Bicol Region, serving as the entry point from Manila via the Pan-Philippine Highway. Daet serves as the provincial capital and is known for the Vinzons Wharf Beach, one of the first surfing destinations in the Bicol Region. The province is best known for the Calaguas Islands, a group of pristine uninhabited islands accessible by boat from Vinzons municipality, featuring the long white sand stretch of Mahabang Buhangin Beach. Jose Panganiban municipality is a significant nickel mining area. Camarines Norte is also known for its gold mining history in Paracale and Mercedes municipalities, dating back to pre-colonial times.
Camarines Norte is a province in Bicol Region, Philippines. It is composed of 11 cities and municipalities covering a total of 232 barangays. The province is administered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system maintained by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
This directory covers 261 attractions including 4 beaches, 2 festivals, 4 hotels and accommodations, 269 restaurants, 30 local dishes, and 5 activities across Camarines Norte.
Beyond travel, azifind also lists 2,848 verified businesses based in Camarines Norte, spanning hotels, restaurants, retail, and professional service providers.
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Camarines Norte Business & Tourism Directory
Province-wide listings across 11 cities and municipalities, covering 232 barangays.
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| Category | Top Listing | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Attractions | Tambo, Taba-Taba, Basud | 261 |
| Beaches | Bagasbas Beach | 4 |
| Festivals | Bantayog Festival | 2 |
| Activities | Bagasbas Beach Surfing | 5 |
| Hotels | Hotel Formosa Daet | 4 |
| Restaurants | Lamesa Food House | 269 |
| Rentals | Maverick's Car & Motorcycle Rental - Dae... | 47 |
| Local Food | Pinangat na Isda | 30 |
| Businesses | Bestloan Finance & Leasing Inc.-West Ave... | 2,848 |
Top Cities & Municipalities
Most active destinations in Camarines Norte based on total directory listings.
Administrative Index
All Cities & Municipalities of Camarines Norte
Complete index with types, barangay counts, population, and directory listings.
| City / Municipality | Type | Barangays | Population | Listings |
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| Basud | Municipality | 29 | 43,388 | 100 |
| Capalonga | Municipality | 22 | 32,800 | 56 |
| Daet | Municipality | 25 | 106,465 | 72 |
| Jose Panganiban | Municipality | 27 | 60,626 | 89 |
| Labo | Municipality | 52 | 108,319 | 58 |
| Mercedes | Municipality | 0 | - | - |
| Paracale | Municipality | 27 | 58,391 | 59 |
| San Lorenzo Ruiz | Municipality | 12 | 15,072 | 36 |
| San Vicente | Municipality | 0 | - | - |
| Santa Elena | Municipality | 19 | 42,585 | 49 |
| Vinzons | Municipality | 19 | 45,173 | 52 |
| Province Total | 232 | 512,819 | 618 |
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Planning a Trip Across Camarines Norte
Best Time to Visit
The Philippine dry season, roughly November to May, is generally the most comfortable window for travel across Camarines Norte. Check local weather for each city or municipality before finalizing an itinerary.
Getting Around
Buses and shared vans typically connect the 11 cities and municipalities of Camarines Norte, with tricycles and jeepneys handling shorter trips between barangays within each town.
Where to Base Yourself
Basud is among the most active destinations in Camarines Norte by directory listings, making it a practical base for exploring nearby cities and municipalities.
What to Explore
Camarines Norte has 261 documented attractions, including 4 beaches and 2 festivals across its cities and municipalities. Open a city directory for the full list.
Local Food
The province documents 30 local dishes alongside 269 restaurants, reflecting the distinct cuisine of Camarines Norte.
About Camarines Norte in the Philippine Administrative System
Camarines Norte is a component province of Bicol Region under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) classification system maintained by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Provinces serve as the primary political subdivisions of the Philippines, each governed by an elected governor and a provincial board.
The 11 cities and municipalities of Camarines Norte collectively cover 232 barangays, the smallest administrative units in the country. Each barangay is governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council responsible for community-level services, dispute resolution, and local peace and order.
People Also Ask About Camarines Norte
How many cities and municipalities are in Camarines Norte?
Camarines Norte has 11 cities and municipalities, comprising 0 cities and 11 municipalities, with a total of 232 barangays.
What is the capital of Camarines Norte?
The provincial capital of Camarines Norte is the seat of the provincial government. Browse the cities and municipalities index to explore the province's administrative centers.
What are the top attractions in Camarines Norte?
Camarines Norte has 261 documented attractions across its 11 cities and municipalities, including 4 beaches. Browse individual city directories to explore specific destinations.
What festivals are held in Camarines Norte?
Camarines Norte hosts 2 documented festivals across its cities and municipalities, ranging from religious fiestas honoring patron saints to cultural and harvest festivals unique to specific communities within the province.
What is Camarines Norte known for?
Camarines Norte is a province in Bicol Region, Philippines. It is known for its 11 cities and municipalities, 261 tourist attractions, and a distinct local culture and cuisine that includes 30 documented local dishes.
Where is Camarines Norte located?
Camarines Norte is located in Bicol Region, Philippines. It is classified under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code system with code 0600280000, and forms part of the administrative structure of the national government.
Are there businesses and service providers listed in Camarines Norte?
Yes, azifind lists 2,848 verified businesses based in Camarines Norte, covering hotels, restaurants, retail, healthcare, financial services, and other professional service providers, searchable by category and city.
Geographic and administrative data for Camarines Norte follows the Philippine Statistics Authority PSGC 1Q 2026 release. Population figures reference the 2020 Census of Population and Housing. About azifind.com →