The Best Hiking Trails in Hong Kong, Central and Western (Hong Kong)

Lantau Island, Hong Kong. Shui Hau via Lo Kei Wan to Shek Pik Reservoir.

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Robert Smieszek

Distance: 3.29mi
Elevation +: 912f
TrailRank: 34

Photo ofLantau Island, Hong Kong. Shui Hau via Lo Kei Wan to Shek Pik Reservoir.

Note: This trail was hand-drawn on a map. Time was determined on the basis of photos taken. Total time includes 2.5 hour break on the beach, Lo Kei Wan (籮箕灣). -(Track Details)- * Shui Hau (水口村; ~10m), bus stop [1],...

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Mt Stenhouse

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bisbj

Distance: 12.04mi
Elevation +: 2949f
TrailRank: 34

I had planned to start in Sok Kwu Wan Village, but the other ferry to Lamma Island left first. You can start/ end at either ferry. There are restaurants at both ends, so waiting for a ferry is pleasant. The trail heading...

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Kau Ling Chung Camp Site

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Andy Mayer

Distance: 3.81mi
Elevation +: 302f
TrailRank: 33

This is my favourite camp site in Hong Kong. Take the bus from Tung Ching MTR or Mui Wo ferry terminal in the direction of Tai O, but get off before Tai O at Shek Pik. The walk from here to the bottom of Lantau passes...

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Tai Mo Shan, Hong Kong (HP and 600+m)

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David Howells

Distance: 5.44mi
Elevation +: 1529f
TrailRank: 33

Photo ofTai Mo Shan, Hong Kong (HP and 600+m)

Asia Trip This was a late travel decision to hit some Asia high points so I planned it as a ten day whirlwind tour of Singapore, Hong Kong and Macau. The aim being to have a bit of fun, see sites and drink beer but also...

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20220201. Black’s link. 布力徑

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Hay’s hike

Distance: 2.61mi
Elevation +: 305f
TrailRank: 33

2.5 hours. With family. Year of tiger. Nin Chor 1

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Chai wan to big wave bay

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Andy Mayer

Distance: 9.14mi
Elevation +: 2395f
TrailRank: 33

Coast scrambling, there are many swimming sections along this coastal section. You must be a good swimmer, with a waterproof bag, to attempt this route. A lot of scrambling as well. Not much hiking at all actually.

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The Hunch Backs (Hong Kong)

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Piotr Lewandowski

Distance: 11.78mi
Elevation +: 4170f
TrailRank: 33

It's a great hike, technically varying and really scenic. It starts by the Wu Kai Sha MTR station. The first few hundred metres are in the town and the proper trail starts after you pass the Ma On Shan bypass. The first ...

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Luk Fo Shek Teng

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dreikaiserbund73

Distance: 5.66mi
Elevation +: 814f
TrailRank: 32

Luk Fo Shek Teng is not a easy way to hike. Most part of the path is in a brush-way. Spider web is common that shows not many people walk through this way. Not many good-view sights until up to the peak at Peng Bui Teng....

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Lantau Trail Section 1 – 3

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bernardus.lans

Distance: 8.26mi
Elevation +: 4682f
TrailRank: 32

From Hong Central Pier 6 took the Ferry to Lantau island. Followed Lantau trial 1-3 to the big buddha. See the following blog with great instructions: https://thisgirlabroad.com/mui-wo-big-buddha-hike-lantau-trail-hon...

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Wu Uk - Tsuen Wan

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AlexCrow

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Distance: 12.20mi
Elevation +: 2799f
TrailRank: 32

Strenuous hike for people who want to test their endurance. Hiking shoes or boots with good traction are a must. Make sure you have enough water and food for this trail. The hike is a mix of paved roads, stairs and...

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ng tung chai waterfalls v1 24-08-2008

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jm.sans

Distance: 3.48mi
Elevation +: 1362f
TrailRank: 32

Photo ofng tung chai waterfalls v1 24-08-2008

Bonica i fresca caminada per la sèrie de cascades de Ng Tung Chai i visita al temple budista Maan Tak Yuen. Anar amb el tren KCR fins Tai Wo. Sota la estació agafar l'autobús 64K fins la parada Ng Tung Chai. Aquí començ...

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High Junk Peak

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Andy Mayer

Distance: 3.67mi
Elevation +: 1047f
TrailRank: 32

A route over high junk peak from north to south, with great views of Tseung Kwan O and Lohas Park on the right and Sheung Sze Wan and Clearwater Bay on the left.

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Yuen Tau Shan

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Andy Mayer

Distance: 4.49mi
Elevation +: 1309f
TrailRank: 32

This route is not long nor physically strenuous, but I have labelled it as difficult because the ground is frequently steep and slippery. Take the MTR to Tai Shui Wai and then take a green taxi to Ling To monastery. Ha...

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China, Hong Kong, Wilson Trail, Section 5

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daDockta

Distance: 5.99mi
Elevation +: 1598f
TrailRank: 31

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Wilson Trail, Section 5; started from Wong Tai Sin, minibus to Tsz Wan Shan, then walk up to ShaTin pass, from where section 5 "officially" starts; no technical difficulties at all, not very scenic and lots of walking on...

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Pokfulam reservoir to High West then to Cyberport

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kenmackninja

Distance: 9.23mi
Elevation +: 1578f
TrailRank: 31

Photo ofPokfulam reservoir to High West then to Cyberport

Pokfulam Reservoir to the Peak, to High West ..then to Bel Air via Pokfulam road and through Cyberport

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China, Hong Kong, Wilson Trail Stage 7;Wo Yi Hop - Yiu Tsz Kin

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daDockta

Distance: 7.58mi
Elevation +: 1253f
TrailRank: 31

Photo ofChina, Hong Kong, Wilson Trail Stage 7;Wo Yi Hop - Yiu Tsz Kin

Easy and scenic first 5 km along the reservoir, then a climb up and down leadmine pass. No technical difficulties. Taking the 82 minibus bus from the MTR near to the starting point can be a crowded affair during weekends...

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Yellow Dragon Stream (Wong Lung Hang)

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Andy Mayer

Distance: 8.37mi
Elevation +: 1617f
TrailRank: 31

Photo ofYellow Dragon Stream (Wong Lung Hang)

Start at Tung Chung MTR. Took a slightly indirect route to see Tung Chung Battery (ancient ruin) and Ma Wan Chung (old fishing village). Then walked up Wong Lung Hang road, stopped to see the old and tiny Tin Hau temple ...

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Tai O to Lantau Peak, Hong Kong

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Piotr Lewandowski

Distance: 11.29mi
Elevation +: 3875f
TrailRank: 30| 5.0

The trail from Tai O to Lantau Peak, with the finish at the Pak Kung Au pass. It starts in the centre of Tai O. The first 2.5 km is an easy walk by the Tai O bay, following the Lantau Trail. Shortly before the Nga Ying ...

Peaceful track. Generally easy to follow.

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Pineapple Mountain

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saraworks

Distance: 5.83mi
Elevation +: 2139f
TrailRank: 30

Highlight Pineapple Mountain "Por Lo Shan" is a famous spot for capturing breath taking photographs of the sunset. We will try and capture the sun sinking below the horizon on a clear day. The hike itself is not challe...

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China, Hong Kong; Tin Sam - Wong Chuk Tsuen

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daDockta

Distance: 9.75mi
Elevation +: 2877f
TrailRank: 30

Photo ofChina, Hong Kong; Tin Sam - Wong Chuk Tsuen

Kinda Wilson Trail Stage 9 with some twists and turns; Pat Sin Leng is a LOT of up and down, what a work-out! Can get slippery when wet; do not leave the marked trails some steep cliffs!; great views over Tai Po and the ...

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Ng Tung Chai waterfalls

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erikleenders

Distance: 4.52mi
Elevation +: 1191f
TrailRank: 29

Unfortunately without making it to the third and highest waterfall due to a fallen tree blocking the trail :(

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Suicide cliff

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saraworks

Distance: 7.03mi
Elevation +: 1447f
TrailRank: 29

It’s possible to hike Suicide Cliff from the Choi Hung MTR Station. This route is quite short and goes directly to the cliff. However, this route does not include the approach trail with the spectacular 360-degree view.

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Ap Lei Chau; Ka Yuk Kwai Shan

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erikleenders

Distance: 4.15mi
Elevation +: 1260f
TrailRank: 29

Ap Lei Chau; Ka Yuk Kwai Shan (“fake mountain”) and Yuk Kwai Shan mountain, with Ap Lei Pai (“Duck’s Tongue”) and scrambling back via the coastline…not for the faint hearted. Be very careful. Some level of fitness, ‘ball...

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Mui Wo to Pui O Beach

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erikleenders

Distance: 5.49mi
Elevation +: 1001f
TrailRank: 28

Nice ‘Sunday walk’ ending at beach locations with several restaurants. Most part of the trail is basically the Lantau trail (backwards) and overall well signposted, except at the end.

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