[Intermediate!] Hiking Routes Recommendations (Difficulty: 2 to 3 stars ★★★)

It’s time for a hike as autumn approaches! For intermediary level hikers, you may visit the “2-star to 3-star” hiking routes recommended by the dedicated website “Enjoy Hiking” of the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department and “Moderate” routes recommended by the “Hiking Scheme” website of the Leisure and Cultural Services Department. Choose your preferred route and plan a hike with friends and family members!

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Hong Kong Trail (Section 1) The Peak to Pok Fu Lam Reservoir Road (Difficulty: ★★)
The bird’s eye view of Victoria Harbour from Victoria Peak is unquestionably Hong Kong’s most iconic view.  Apart from the pavilion scene often featured on postcards, an even more sweeping vista is offered⋯⋯Read more

Hong Kong Trail (Section 2) Pok Fu Lam Reservoir Road to Peel Rise (Difficulty: ★★)
The second leg of the Hong Kong Trail starts at Pok Fu Lam Reservoir, the first reservoir in Hong Kong, which was completed in 1863 and extended in 1877 to meet the needs of the residents on Hong Kong Island⋯⋯Read more

Hong Kong Trail (Section 3) Peel Rise to Wan Chai Gap (Difficulty: ★★)
Street names in Hong Kong provide a window into the history of our city.  One such example is Peel Rise, which was named after the 18th Governor of Hong Kong.  Section 3 of the Hong Kong Trail starts here and begins with a brief ascent⋯⋯Read more

Hong Kong Trail (Section 4) Wan Chai Gap to Wong Nai Chung Gap (Difficulty: ★★)
If there is a place to learn all about the flora and the history of Hong Kong, it has to be its countryside.  Section 4 of the Hong Kong Trail starts at Lady Clementi’s Ride, which was named after the wife of the 17th Governor of Hong Kong Sir Cecil Clementi⋯⋯Read more

Hong Kong Trail (Section 6) Mount Parker Road to Tai Tam Road (Difficulty: ★★)
Section 6 of the Hong Kong Trail starts at Quarry Gap at an elevation of over 300 metres.  The towering trees by the sides of Mount Parker Road form a canopy of leaves that spreads all the way to the road⋯⋯Read more

Hong Kong Trail (Section 7) Tai Tam Road to To Tei Wan (Difficulty: ★★)
Section 7 is one of the easiest sections of the entire Hong Kong Trail.  The beginning part of the trail is surrounded with trees, but further down the trail the vista is gradually less unobstructed.  Follow the Tai Tam East catchwater at the start point and you will be greeted with the delightful scenery of Tai Tam Bay and Red Hill Peninsula⋯⋯Read more

Hong Pak Country Trail (Difficulty: ★★)
Situated around Quarry Bay and Tai Koo Shing, Hong Pak Country Trail brings you not only green vistas of the surrounding mountain ranges and scenes of birds chirping and flowers blooming, but also interesting looking rocks scattering along the path⋯⋯Read more

Peak Trail (High West Section) (Difficulty: ★★)
Legend has it that early inhabitants of Hong Kong Island found a red incense burner that drifted ashore, believing that it was a gift from Tin Hau and the highest summit on the island ‘Lo Fung’⋯⋯Read more

Peak Trail (Pinewood Battery Section) (Difficulty: ★★)
Legend has it that early inhabitants of Hong Kong Island found a red incense burner that drifted ashore, believing that it was a gift from Tin Hau and the highest summit on the island ‘Lo Fung’⋯⋯Read more

Pottinger Peak Country Trail (Difficulty: ★★)
If you are looking for a level route that can be accessed easily, there is no better place than Pottinger Peak Country Trail, the starting point of which is very close to the heart of Chai Wan.  Embarking at Ma Tong Au of Shek O, you will be greeted with broad views when you go past the catchment⋯⋯Read more

Shek O - Siu Sai Wan (Difficulty: ★★★)
Walk up Tai Tau Chau from Shek O Headland to watch the waves.  Cross the Lover’s Bridge and then return to Shek O Country Club and Golf Course.  Continue along the driveway leading to Big Wave Bay and pay a visit to the Ancient Rock Carving.  Then walk up Pottinger Peak and cross Cape Collinson Road on the way down to Siu Sai Wan Promenade⋯⋯Read more

Jardine’s Lookout - Tai Tam Tuk Reservoir (Difficulty: ★★★)
Follow Sir Cecil’s Ride until you arrive at Wong Nai Chung Reservoir Park.  Then enter Tze Lo Lan Shan Path, which leads to Tsin Shui Wan Au, and enjoy the breathtaking scenery of Deep Water Bay and Repulse Bay on the way.  Proceed to Tai Tam Tuk Reservoir via a meandering path and visit the century-old British style masonry bridges⋯⋯Read more

Wan Chai Gap - Aberdeen Reservoirs (Difficulty: ★★★)
The Southern District on Hong Kong Island offers splendid natural scenery, especially the areas in the vicinity of Aberdeen Upper and Lower Reservoirs.  Meandering between the two reservoirs is Lady Clementi’s Ride, which was an important military post during the Second World War.  Follow the catchwater and the footpath on the hillside, walk past the reservoirs and proceed to Reel Rise along the footpath⋯⋯Read more

Wan Chai Gap - Jardine’s Lookout (Difficulty: ★★★)
Start at Wan Chai Gap, walk along Middle Gap Road and then take the footpath at the end of the road to Middle Gap.  Head east along Black’s Link to Wong Nai Chung Gap.  Take Sir Cecil’s Ride, walk past Sir Cecil’s Garden and proceed to Mount Butler Road⋯⋯Read more

Braemar Hill - Tai Tam Tuk Reservoir (Difficulty: ★★★)
Start at Braemar Hill Road Playground and proceed to Sir Cecil’s Ride and Tai Fung Au via a footpath behind the stairs on the left side of St. Joan of Arc Secondary School. Then visit Tai Lam Reservoirs and enjoy the scenery along the way with a stopover at the century-old British style masonry arch bridge⋯⋯Read more

Hong Kong Trail (Section 5) Wong Nai Chung Gap to Mount Parker Road (Difficulty: ★★★)
Section 5 of the trail begins at Wong Nai Chung Reservoir.  The construction of the reservoir was one of the measures to improve water supply resources in the wake of the outbreak of plague in 1894. Completed in 1899, the reservoir was originally an ancillary water source to the Tai Tam Group of Reservoirs⋯⋯Read more

Hong Kong Trail (Section 8) To Tei Wan to Tai Long Wan (Difficulty: ★★★)
Hong Kong Island is surrounded by sea, so stretches of coastline come into full view when you gaze in the distance from high ground.  The last as well as the longest section of the Hong Kong Trail is popular among hikers as it spans Dragon’s Back, which was hailed by international magazines as Asia’s best urban hike⋯⋯Read more

Tai Tam Country Trail (Difficulty: ★★★)
Not only does Tai Tam Country Trail offer a getaway from the hustle and bustle, it is also a place to learn about the history of Hong Kong⋯⋯Read more

Wilson Trail (Section 1) Stanley Gap Road to Wong Nai Chung Reservoir (Difficulty: ★★★)
The uphill slopes on the Wilson Trail are too many to count, making it a trail to be reckoned with. Soon after the first section of the trail starts, hikers have to climb over a thousand stone steps to scale the South Twins, which is 386 metres above sea level, and the North Twins, which is 363 metres above sea level.⋯⋯Read more

Wilson Trail (Section 2) Wong Nai Chung Reservoir to Lam Tin (Difficulty: ★★★)
The hiking trail starts from Hong Kong Parkview and is next to Wong Nai Chung Reservoir, which was completed in 1899 and is one of the six reservoirs built before the war. You can then amble away from the serenity of the Southern District into the mountains of the Eastern District. We, when in Wan Chai and Causeway Bay, may not be aware that the city is surrounded by mountains⋯⋯Read more

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Ping Chau Country Trail (Difficulty: ★★)
Situated at the northeasternmost side of Hong Kong, Ping Chau is composed of sedimentary rocks.  The island generously showcases the ancient skeleton of the Earth in a way that it serves like a geological museum⋯⋯Read more

Tai Po Kau Nature Trail (Difficulty: ★★)
If you want to explore the rich biodiversity of forests, there is no better place than Tai Po Kau Nature Trail. Located inside Tai Po Kau Nature Reserve, the trail is a home to more than a hundred species of trees⋯⋯Read more

Wu Kau Tang Country Trail (Difficulty: ★★)
Feng Shui and numerology play an important part in Chinese culture.  Legend has it that Wu Kau Tang, initially named ‘Wu Kwai Tin’, which literally means ‘Tortoise Field’, was renamed so because of the negative connotation attached to tortoises; villagers in the New Territories replaced ‘Kwai’ with ‘Kau’, taking the auspicious meaning of the dragon and phoenix⋯⋯Read more

Pat Sin Leng Nature Trail (Difficulty: ★★)
Pat Sin Leng, an important mountain range in North East New Territories, is a popular destination for hikers because of its history and scenery⋯⋯Read more

Kat O Nature Trail (Difficulty: ★★)
Kat O was formed as a result of violent volcanic eruptions. In the region there are also other spectacular geological landforms, like Monk Viewing the Sea, which was formed by weathering, and Kai Kung Tau⋯⋯Read more

Hok Tau Country Trail (Difficulty: ★★)
Offering a rare but pastoral scene with many farmhouses and farms that produce a type of local cabbages, Hok Tau is a great place for family weekend trips.  The entrance of Hok Tau Country Trail is an area of neatly arranged area of plantations⋯⋯Read more

Wu Kau Tang - Wu Kau Tang (Difficulty: ★★★)
Visit the villages in Wu Kau Tang in the northeastern part of the New Territories and get a good view of Tiu Tang Lung.  Walk down the ancient footpath of Lai Tau Shek to explore the magnificent scenery of Sam A Wan and Sam A Chung.  Taste some Hakka snacks at Sam A Tsuen, visit Miu Sam Stream and walk along the ancient stone path of Miu Sam before heading back to Wu Kau Tang⋯⋯Read more

Fu Tei Au - Wo Keng Shan (Difficulty: ★★★)
Start at Fu Tei Au, Sheung Shui and proceed to Wa Shan, which resembles the Great Wall.  Walk up to Tai Ling Stele and take a look at the stone tablet erected during the Daoguang reign of Qing Dynasty.  Get a view of San Wai/Tai Ling Firing Range from afar and continue along the ridge.  The trip ends when you arrive at a rock nicknamed “Ta Tung Tung Shek” in Wo Keng Shan⋯⋯Read more

Hok Tau - Fung Yuen (Difficulty: ★★★)
Follow Hok Tau Road and walk past Hok Tau Campsite to reach Hok Tau Reservoir.  Proceed to Cheung Uk via the ancient path and visit Sha Lo Tung Valley before walking downhill to Ting Kok Road through a vehicular access or via Fung Yuen.  The route covers ancient stone paths, hillside footpaths and vehicular access⋯⋯Read more

Double Haven Country Trail (Difficulty: ★★★)
Some people say the history of Hong Kong is all about migration; in particular, Hakka culture plays a major role in it.  Located on the northeastern shore of Plover Cove Country Park, Lai Chi Wo is home to a well-preserved Hakka walled village with a history of more than 400 years⋯⋯Read more

Lau Shui Heung Country Trail (Difficulty: ★★★)
Lau Shui Heung, a feast for the eyes and ears, certainly lives up to its name. The start point Lau Shui Heung Reservoir, which is called ‘the Mirror of the Sky in the Forest’ among hikers, is a fairyland – in the morning it is cloaked in mist⋯⋯Read more

Nam Chung Country Trail (Difficulty: ★★★)
Situated close to the north eastern border, Nam Chung does not have precipitous cliffs or turbulent streams. But what it does have among the abandoned fishponds and fields is the nostalgic scenery of rural Hong Kong, with natural landscape of mangroves, freshwater marshes⋯⋯Read more

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MacLehose Trail (Section 9)Route Twisk to Tin Fu Tsai (Difficulty: ★★)
There is an observation deck soon after the trail starts. To the south, Tsuen Wan and Stonecutters Bridge are in view, while to the north is Ho Pui Irrigation Reservoir, which is encircled by forests⋯⋯Read more

Fu Tei Country Trail (Difficulty: ★★)
For the many places whose historical side has been swallowed up by towering skyscrapers, names are all that is left.  One such example is Fu Tei, Tuen Mun, where, according to legend, tigers could be spotted.  The pity of it is that the truth of it will always remain a mystery⋯⋯Read more

Kap Lung Ancient Trail Country Trail (Difficulty: ★★)
With its name originating from Kap Lung Village, Kap Lung Ancient Trail is one of those old trails with a long history. Kap Lung Village, which is only home to 2 households currently, has a span of history of more than 2 centuries. Bridging Kap Lung and Tsuen Kam Au⋯⋯Read more

Tai Tong Nature Trail (Difficulty: ★★)
It would be no exaggeration to say that Tai Tong Sweet Gum Woods is where Hong Kong people’s craze for sweet gum trees started. In winter, the leaves of sweet gum trees turn red and can be seen in the nearby Tai Tong Nature Trail, which is not lined with sweet gum trees though⋯⋯Read more

Tsuen Kam Au - Fu Yung Shan (Difficulty: ★★★)
Walk along the Hiking Practice Trail in Tai Mo Shan before entering the Rotary Park Nature Trail.  Walk down the trail until you reach the watercress fields at Chuen Lung Village.  Then take the tranquil path in the south of Tai Mo Shan and visit the 4-faced Buddha statue at Chuk Lam Sim Yuen, Fu Yung Shan, before proceeding to Tsuen Wan⋯⋯Read more

Ma On Kong - Tsing Lung Tau (Difficulty: ★★★)
Tai Lam Country Park is a popular outing destination renowned for its beautiful forest plantation and the picturesque Tai Lam Reservoir.   Tai Lam Country Park has a well-developed network of footpaths with 12 named hiking routes, ranking first among country parks in Hong Kong in terms of the number of routes⋯⋯Read more

Tai Tong - Ho Pui (Difficulty: ★★★)
Visit the sweet gum woods in Tai Tong and stroll along the tree-lined path, which gives you a feeling of walking in a European-style garden. In winter, the woods become a popular attraction in Hong Kong when the leaves of the sweet gum trees turn red. Visit Kat Hing Bridge, take the forest track and the footpath on the right leading to Ho Pui Reservoir⋯⋯Read more

Lung Mun Country Trail (Difficulty: ★★★)
Every hike at Lung Mun Country Trail starts with "eating", as Yum Cha in the morning in Chuen Lung has been seen as "the launching ceremony" here.  Situated around the mid slope of Tai Mo Shan, this Hakka village⋯⋯Read more

Tai Lam Chung Country Trail (Difficulty: ★★★)
To enjoy the scenic beauty of Yuen Long, the best way is to walk in the mountains.  Tai Lam Chung Country Trail begins at Ma On Kong Warden Post, which is in close vicinity of Tai Lam Tunnel⋯⋯Read more

Tai Lam Nature Trail (Difficulty: ★★★)
Having the longest span among all other nature trails in country parks in Hong Kong and featuring many undulating sections, Tai Lam Nature Trail is only suitable for the fit and experienced⋯⋯Read more

Yuen Tun Country Trail (Difficulty: ★★★)
The Hakka form an integral part of indigenous residents of Hong Kong.  Nowadays, if you like to have a taste of the culture, Yuen Tun Country Trail is definitely the right place for you⋯⋯Read more

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Ma On Shan Country Trail (Difficulty: ★★)
With rich deposits of magnetite and haematite in the granite of Ma On Shan, mining activities were recorded between 1906 and 1976 and ores can still be found with a magnet today⋯⋯Read more

MacLehose Trail (Section 6) Tai Po Road to Shing Mun (Difficulty: ★★)
The sixth section is the shortest and easiest section of the MacLehose Trail.  It is, therefore, quite popular among novice hikers. Leaving from Tai Po Road for Shing Mun Reservoir via Kowloon Reservoir⋯⋯Read more

Wilson Trail (Section 5) Sha Tin Pass to Tai Po Road (Difficulty: ★★)
If you are a rookie hiker or looking for a family-friendly hike, this section, which enjoys views of much of Sha Tin, Tai Wai, Tolo Harbour, and as far as Ma On Shan, has you covered⋯⋯Read more

Wilson Trail (Section 6) Tai Po Road to Shing Mun Reservoir (Difficulty: ★★)
Traversing Kowloon Reservoir and Shing Mun Reservoir, Section 6 of the Wilson Trail offers a stunning spectacle not to be missed, with azure blue water and luxuriant trees complementing each other⋯⋯Read more

Shing Mun Reservoir - Pai Tau Village (Difficulty: ★★★)
Shing Mun Country Park, located south east of Tai Mo Shan, is full of intersecting footpaths and lyrical scenery.  The Shing Mun Reservoir lying amid lush hills, reservoir walks, Tai Shing Stream, woodlands of paperbark trees and the arboretum are the major attractions.  Walk along the woodland paths around the reservoir and head for Sha Tin via To Fung Shan after crossing the pass between Grassy and Needle Hills⋯⋯Read more

Ma On Shan - Ngong Ping - Tai Shui Hang (Difficulty: ★★★)
Start at Ma On Shan Country Park Management Centre and walk along the Ma On Shan Country Trail to the viewing platform at Ngong Ping Campsite.  Then, walk downhill via Mau Ping to Chevalier Garden.  This route comprises an uphill section and a downhill section with easy footpaths and vehicular access⋯⋯Read more

Wong Nai Tau - Pak Sha Wan (Difficulty: ★★★)
Start at Wong Nai Tau, Sha Tin, walk slowly up Shek Nga Pui, and take the path around West Buffalo Hill and Buffalo Hill.  Then cross Buffalo Pass (Ta She Yau Au) to reach Pak Sha Wan.  The route is slightly rugged with uphill and downhill sections⋯⋯Read more

Tai Mei Tuk - Luk Keng (Difficulty: ★★★)
Walk to Spring Breeze Pavilion from the Plover Cove Country Park Tai Mei Tuk Management Centre under Monkey Cliff and Hsien Ku Fung.  Carry on along the Pat Sin Leng Nature Trail and enjoy the views of Plover Cove Reservoir from afar.  Pass through Wang Shan Keuk Ha Tsuen and Sheung Tsuen to reach the rolling hillside⋯⋯Read more

Wong Nai Tau - Pak Kong (Difficulty: ★★★)
Start at Wong Nai Tau, Sha Tin, pass Nui Po Au and follow the ancient path to Mui Tsz Lam Village.  Continue along the ancient stone-paved footpath to Mau Ping. The pavilion at the lush lawn is the former site of a village school.  Walk down the ancient path leading to Pak Kong, Sai Kung to end the trip⋯⋯Read more

Tsung Tsai Yuen - Wun Yiu (Difficulty: ★★★)
Start at Tsung Tsai Yuen and walk past the Tai Po Kau Nature Reserve to Lead Mine Pass.  Continue along the tranquil downhill path to Wun Yiu and visit the historical Fan Sin Temple.  The route is quite long and comprises mainly restricted  access⋯⋯Read more

Shui Chuen O - Monkey Hill (Difficulty: ★★★)
Take the path between Girl Guides Association Pok Hong Campsite and Shui Chuen O Estate, Sha Tin to Sha Tin Pass.  Continue along Unicorn Ridge and the path on the north side of the Lion Rock.  Proceed to Kowloon Pass and Beacon Hill before arriving at Tai Po Road via the Eagle’s Nest Nature Trail⋯⋯Read more

Monkey Hill - Shing Mun Reservoir (Difficulty: ★★★)
Start at Kowloon Reservoir and walk northward along Golden Hill Road.  Follow the sign and continue along Section 6 of the MacLehose Trail. Climb the steps on the right and enter a gentle uphill footpath, which offers close-up views of the buildings at the bottom of the slope and distant views of Tai Mo Shan and the neighbouring ridges⋯⋯Read more

Kong Ha Au - Luk Keng (Difficulty: ★★★)
Start at Kong Ha Au on Bride’s Pool Road, proceed to A Ma Wat and take a look at the stele in Fan Shui Au.  Walk downhill along an ancient path to get a view of the old banyan tree at Kuk Po.  Walk toward Luk Keng via Kai Kuk Shue Ha and enjoy the coastal scenery on the way⋯⋯Read more

MacLehose Trail (Section 5) Tate's Cairn to Tai Po Road (Difficulty: ★★★)
The MacLehose Trail spreads over many mountains, with its fifth section being the closest to the urban ares and a relatively easier section. You might come across a lot of relics of World War II, such as grounds holes and trenches⋯⋯Read more

MacLehose Trail (Section 7) Shing Mun to Lead Mine Pass (Difficulty: ★★★)
Shing Mun Reservoir was built in 1937. Its main dam, steel bridge, valve tower and bellmouth overflow have been graded as Grade I historic buildings, making the reservoir one of the most popular hiking spots among Hong Kong people⋯⋯Read more

War Relics Trail (Lion Rock and Ma On Shan) (Difficulty: ★★★)
Some 80 years ago, Hong Kong witnessed the Battle of Hong Kong. In the 1930s, before the outbreak of the Second World War, the British military authorities constructed a defence line known as ‘the Gin Drinker’s Line’ along with such military installations⋯⋯Read more

Wilson Trail (Section 4) Tseng Lan Shue to Sha Tin Pass (Difficulty: ★★★)
Victoria Peak is known as one of the best spots to enjoy the Hong Kong cityscape at night. However, not many people know Section 4 of the Wilson Trail offers comparable views, as you can watch the sun bid the city good evening and illuminate the entire Kowloon East from Tung Shan Pavilion⋯⋯Read more

Wilson Trail (Section 7) Shing Mun Reservoir to Yuen Tun Ha (Difficulty: ★★★)
Boasting majestic mountain scenery paired with magnificent reservoir views while being safe from the threat of tidal waves, reservoirs in Hong Kong have always been ideal for locals who want a weekend getaway⋯⋯Read more

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Cheung Sheung Country Trail (Difficulty: ★★)
Cheung Sheung, surrounded by steep spurs, is one of those rare marshes situated on a plateau.  The word ‘Cheung’ and the uniquely magnificent views stem from the surrounding layers of mountains⋯⋯Read more

High Island Geo Trail (Difficulty: ★★)
Geological wonders are not necessarily situated on remote outlying islands. Some world-class landforms lie at the High Island Reservoir east dam, which is just a 40-minute drive from Sai Kung town centre⋯⋯Read more

Lung Ha Wan Country Trail (Difficulty: ★★)
Lung Ha Wan Country Trail is well equipped with recreational facilities such as a barbecue site and a refreshment kiosk at the start point Tai Hang Tun Park as well as a kite-flying site not far from the entrance.  With a lot to offer, the route is easy to plan and very suitable for citizens with a hectic urban life and hiking beginners⋯⋯Read more

Sheung Yiu Country Trail (Difficulty: ★★)
Merging with Pak Tam Chung Nature Trail, Sheung Yiu Country Trail has its starting point situated near Sheung Yiu Folk Museum, which is reconstructed from a 100-year-old Hakka village, and a lime kiln, which was the site for producing lime from coral skeletons.  Through visiting the museum and lime kiln, hikers will get a glimpse of the life of indigenous residents of Sai Kung⋯⋯Read more

Tai Tan Country Trail (Difficulty: ★★)
Hong Kong, surrounded by water on three sides, possesses clear and beautiful coastlines.  Offering unique and varying vistas of the coasts in Sai Kung, the rocky Tai Tan Country Trail consists of shady hiking trail, footpaths near streams, and gravel paths⋯⋯Read more

Shui Long Wo – Pak Tam Chung (Difficulty: ★★★)
Starting from Shui Long Wo, the walk takes you along the coast and catchwater before continuing to Yung Shue O, giving you unparalleled vistas of Three Fathoms Cove (Kei Ling Ha Hoi). Then walk up to Pak Tam along the path via Yung Pak Corridor and pass through the farmland and villages of the Christian New Being Fellowship before ending the walk at Pak Tam Chung⋯⋯Read more

Pak Tam Chung - Tai Mong Tsai (Difficulty: ★★★)
Walk along Pak Tam Chung Family Walk and proceed to Pak Tam.  Continue along Yung Pak Corridor before entering Section 3 of the MacLehose Trail.  Then head for Tai Mong Tsai via Lui Ta Shek and Shek Hang.  This tranquil route is well-shaded by trees with sound of chirping birds and buzzing insects along the way.   You can enjoy a close-up view of Kai Kung Shan and Lui Ta Shek after passing through the forest, and a panoramic view of Plover Cove Reservoir and Pat Sin Leng is visible from a distance⋯⋯Read more

Tai Au Mun - Tai Hang Tun (Difficulty: ★★★)
Walk toward Cham Shan Monastery along Lung Ha Wan Road and visit the ancient rock carving at Lung Ha Wan.  Ascend Tai Leng Tung (291 m) to get a bird’s eye view of “East Sea” (i.e. Sai Kung Hoi).  Then walk down to the popular outing spot in Tai Hang Tun and watch the colourful kites flying in the sky⋯⋯Read more

Tai Au Mun - Tai Miu Au (Difficulty: ★★★)
Walk slowly up High Junk Peak from Tai Au Mun and proceed to Tin Ha Shan (273 m).  Get a good view of Tai Miu Wan (Fat Tong Mun) and the ancient landscape of Tung Lung Chau.  Visit the Tin Hau Temple (Tai Miu) and rock carving at Tai Miu Wan⋯⋯Read more

High Junk Peak Country Trail (Difficulty: ★★★)
Soaring at an altitude of 344 metres with pointed edges, High Junk Peak, the highest summit in Clearwater Bay Peninsula, is crowned the title of one of the three steepest climbs in Sai Kung along with Sharp Peak and Tai Yue Ngam Teng in Sai Kung East Country Park⋯⋯Read more

Luk Wu Country Trail (Difficulty: ★★★)
It is not uncommon to think of trails near the water during summer. Along Luk Wu Country Trail, hiking enthusiasts can enjoy extensive views of High Island Reservoir on the south and Tai Long Wan on the east. Also, they can have the chance to walk past Sheung Luk Stream, which is hailed as one of the nine famous streams locally, and receive a cool break for their eyes⋯⋯Read more

MacLehose Trail (Section 1)Pak Tam Chung to Long Ke (Difficulty: ★★★)
Many people are envious of the beaches overseas, which are as crystal-clear as glass. Sai Kung, in fact, also has a glassy reservoir awaiting your visit. The section between Pak Tam Chung and Long Ke, albeit quite long, has a gentle slope and is therefore a somewhat comfortable start to a hike⋯⋯Read more

Pak Tam Chung to Biu Tsim Kok Hiking Trail (Difficulty: ★★★)
The section between Pak Tam Chung and the East Dam at High Island Reservoir, albeit quite long, has a gentle slope and is therefore a somewhat comfortable start to a hike. Commanding the best view in this section is unequivocally the clear and blue High Island Reservoir⋯⋯Read more

Wilson Trail (Section 3) Lam Tin to Tseng Lan Shue (Difficulty: ★★★)
The Wilson Trail spans Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and the New Territories, with the second section and the third being separated by Victoria Harbour. As the start point of Kowloon sections, the third section guides you through several war relics⋯⋯Read more

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Lantau Trail (Section 4) Ngong Ping to Sham Wat Road (Difficulty: ★★)
Section 4 begins at Ngong Ping, where the Wisdom Path, a landscaped installation of 38 massive wooden pillars arranged in the pattern of the infinity symbol, is seen not far away.  The wooden pillars, inscribed with the original calligraphy by the world-renowned sinologist Professor Jao Tsung-I featuring the Heart Sutra⋯⋯Read more

Lantau Trail (Section 6) Man Cheung Po to Tai O (Difficulty: ★★)
Hailed as the Venice of Hong Kong, Tai O is a fishing port situated at the Pearl River Estuary.  According to the inscriptions in Kwan Tai Temple, many years ago there used to be three types of fishing vessels⋯⋯Read more

Lantau Trail (Section 8) Kau Ling Chung to Shek Pik (Difficulty: ★★)
The picturesque Kau Ling Chung Campsite marks the start point of this section.  Kau Ling Chung features a viewing point up on a hilltop at the east overlooking the most southwesterly waters of Hong Kong and the century-old South Lantau Obelisk⋯⋯Read more

Lantau Trail (Section 9) Shek Pik to Shui Hau (Difficulty: ★★)
The local countryside is defined by a mixture of half artificially built and the other half naturally formed reservoirs. As the main source of fresh water supply, they can be found along many footpaths. Section 9 starts at the dam of Shek Pik Reservoir⋯⋯Read more

Lantau Trail (Section 10) Shui Hau to Old Tung Chung Road (Difficulty: ★★)
If you are like any city dwellers who always want a weekend getaway from the concrete jungle, then Section Ten is the place. A number of bays can be seen, this section, full of holiday-makers at weekends⋯⋯Read more

Lantau Trail (Section 11) Old Tung Chung Road to Pui O (Difficulty: ★★)
As the easiest section of the Lantau Trail, Section 11 begins at a vehicular road that leads to the shaded footpath. Beyond the shaded path is a wide view of the bay⋯⋯Read more

Lo Fu Tau Country Trail (Difficulty: ★★)
‘Get rid of fleas on a tiger’s head’ is a Cantonese proverb that means provoking somebody cruel or powerful.  Hikers that opt for Lo Fu Tau Country Trail totally take the bull by the horns despite challenges of getting to the top of the mountain⋯⋯Read more

Nei Lak Shan Country Trail (Difficulty: ★★)
Nei Lak Shan Country Trail, a level circular path, starts at the entrance of Dong Shan Fa Mun.  In contrast with the breathtaking Lantau Peak, the is like a flat path surrounding the tummy of Maitreya Buddha⋯⋯Read more

Tung Chung - Tai O (Difficulty: ★★★)
Start at MTR Tung Chung Station, take the concrete path along Tung Chung Bay and head toward Hau Wong Temple to get a distant view of the Hong Kong International Airport at Chek Lap Kok.  Pass through Sha Lo Wan San Tsuen and Sham Shek Tsuen to reach Sham Wat, where you can enjoy the picturesque vista of Sham Wat Wan.  Continue along the path to find the North Lantau Stone Obelisk and proceed to Po Chue Tam.  The sight of Yeung Hau Temple marks your arrival at Tai O⋯⋯Read more

Keung Shan Country Trail (Difficulty: ★★★)
Keung Shan Country Trail starts at Kau Ling Chung Catchwater and goes down south at Fan Shui Au .  The entire footpath, paved with mountain rocks, is full of natural characteristics⋯⋯Read more

Lantau Trail (Section 5) Sham Wat Road to Man Cheung Po (Difficulty: ★★★)
Start your hike at the trail behind the pavilion at the junction of Sham Wat Road and Keung Shan Road.  Follow the signs and pay a visit to ‘Knee-cap Peak’ (Kwun Yam Shan), whose outline resembles the shape of a knee for a sweeping panoramic view of the Shek Pik Reservoir⋯⋯Read more

Lantau Trail (Section 7) Tai O to Kau Ling Chung (Difficulty: ★★★)
The longest of all of the Lantau Trail, this section begins at Nam Chung Village after leading out of the mountains of the Lantau Country Parks.  As it passes through the most southwesterly waters of Hong Kong, it marks the start of the second half of the Lantau Trail⋯⋯Read more

Lantau Trail (Section 12) Pui O to Mui Wo (Difficulty: ★★★)
The end of the trip to the seaside from Section 7 to Section 11 marks the beginning of the last leg of the Lantau Trail.  It takes you through the jungle and up the mountain to admire the beauty of the bay of Lantau Island from another angle⋯⋯Read more

Shek Pik Country Trail (Difficulty: ★★★)
The country trail begins at Wisdom Path, Ngong Ping, a landscaped installation of 38 massive wooden pillars inscribed with world-renowned sinologist Professor Jao Tsung-I’s Heart Sutra⋯⋯Read more

South Lantau Country Trail (Difficulty: ★★★)
South Lantau Country Trail begins in Nam Shan and its hillside commands the full vista of the south part of Lantau Island.  The well-shaded and scenic path is a popular destination in summer⋯⋯Read more

Wong Lung Hang Country Trail (Difficulty: ★★★)
To embark on the journey, hikers set off in Tung Chung and pass through Chek Lap Kok New Village.  The village and Tin Hau Temple, which was built in the third year of Daoguang in the Qing Dynasty (i.e. AD 1822), were relocated to the current location following the construction work of the Hong Kong International Airport in Chek Lap Kok.  The statues, doors, and incense burners, made of granite⋯⋯Read more

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(The information are provided by Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department and Leisure and Cultural Services Department)