{"id":1440,"date":"2026-04-29T16:41:31","date_gmt":"2026-04-29T14:41:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/co-blog.com\/?p=1440"},"modified":"2026-04-29T17:28:42","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T15:28:42","slug":"hk-hiking-trails","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/co-blog.com\/en\/outdoor\/hk-hiking-trails\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Best Hiking Trails in Hong Kong (Beginner to Intermediate Guide)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"top\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Hong Kong may only be about half the size of Tokyo, but within this relatively small area, you\u2019ll find a surprising number of hiking trails. With routes ranging from easy to challenging, it\u2019s a place where beginners and experienced hikers alike can enjoy the outdoors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Thanks to its warm climate throughout the year, hiking is possible almost anytime\u2014except during the peak of summer heat or typhoon season\u2014and it\u2019s a popular hobby for many locals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">When I was living in Hong Kong, I often spent my weekends hiking. In most cases, I could reach the trailhead within 30 minutes, so there was no need to wake up especially early. That ease of access made it something I could plan casually.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">In this article, I\u2019ll introduce some of my favorite hiking trails, grouped by difficulty level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Hopefully this gives you some ideas to try for yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick Picks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Best easy walk:<\/strong> Victoria Peak Loop<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Best beginner hike:<\/strong> Dragon\u2019s Back<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Best city view:<\/strong> Lion Rock<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Best nature escape:<\/strong> Sharp Peak &amp; Tai Wan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Most challenging:<\/strong> Pat Sin Leng<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Overview of Trails<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Trail<\/th><th>Level<\/th><th>Distance<\/th><th>Time<\/th><th>Best for<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"#victoria-peak\">Victoria Peak Loop<\/a><\/td><td>\u2605\u2606\u2606\u2606\u2606<\/td><td>3.5 km<\/td><td>~1 hr<\/td><td>Casual walk, city views<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"#dragons-back\">Dragon\u2019s Back<\/a><\/td><td>\u2605\u2606\u2606\u2606\u2606<\/td><td>7.2 km<\/td><td>~2 hrs<\/td><td>First hike, scenic ridge<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"#lion-rock\">Lion Rock<\/a><\/td><td>\u2605\u2605\u2606\u2606\u2606<\/td><td>3.9 km<\/td><td>~2 hrs<\/td><td>Iconic skyline view<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"#violet-hill\">Violet Hill &amp; Twin Peaks<\/a><\/td><td>\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2606\u2606<\/td><td>4.7 km<\/td><td>~2.5 hrs<\/td><td>Stairs workout, challenge<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"#sharp-peak\">Sharp Peak &amp; Tai Wan<\/a><\/td><td>\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2606\u2606<\/td><td>15.8 km<\/td><td>~6 hrs<\/td><td>Remote nature, beaches<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"#lantau-peak\">Sunset Peak &amp; Lantau Peak<\/a><\/td><td>\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2606<\/td><td>13.7 km<\/td><td>~6\u20137 hrs<\/td><td>Mountain views, sunrise\/sunset<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"#pat-sin-leng\">Cloudy Hill &amp; Pat Sin Leng<\/a><\/td><td>\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2606<\/td><td>13.8 km<\/td><td>~5\u20136 hrs<\/td><td>Endurance, advanced hikers<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"victoria-peak\">Victoria Peak Loop (\u592a\u5e73\u5c71\u9802)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Victoria Peak\u2014often simply called \u201cThe Peak\u201d\u2014is one of the most famous viewpoints in Hong Kong. If you\u2019re heading up there anyway, why not take a loop walk around it?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">The Peak Tram is the most convenient way up, but you can also take a bus or taxi. If you\u2019re looking for a bit more of a workout, you can even hike up from Central.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d4368.406084633452!2d114.14619704037526!3d22.272436319983903!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x34040156c9c583a9%3A0xcf7164f062769c97!2sPeak%20Trail!5e0!3m2!1sen!2snl!4v1762872571865!5m2!1sen!2snl\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">The full loop is about 3.5km and takes around an hour. It\u2019s mostly flat, so it feels more like a relaxing walk than a hike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">While the harbor view is the classic highlight, you can also enjoy views on the opposite side of the island, which offers a slightly different perspective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">My recommendation is to go in the evening\u2014walking with the city lights below you is a completely different experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" height=\"576\" width=\"1024\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/IMG_0951.webp?resize=1024%2C576&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Victoria Harbour night view\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><\/p>\n\n\n<p><!-- Back to top --><\/p>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"#top\">\u2191 Back to top<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"dragons-back\">Dragon\u2019s Back (\u9f8d\u810a)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div>\n<p>Level \u2605\u2606\u2606\u2606\u2606<br>Distance: 7.2km<br>Elevation gain: 221m<br>Estimated time: 2h 15m<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><iframe class=\"alltrails\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alltrails.com\/widget\/trail\/hong-kong\/southern\/dragons-back-to-big-wave-bay?u=m&amp;sh=ngsudj\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Dragon\u2019s Back is often one of the first hikes beginners try in Hong Kong. As the name suggests, the trail follows a ridge that looks like the spine of a dragon, with relatively gentle slopes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">To get there, take the MTR to Shau Kei Wan, then transfer to bus 9 and get off at Shek O Road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d13376.043890371166!2d114.23313018378708!3d22.23254513301949!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x3406a93b1352725d%3A0x45fe1dfa06627ad5!2sJunction%20Of%20Hong%20Kong%20Trail%20Sec.7%20%26%20Sec.8!5e0!3m2!1sen!2snl!4v1762872653006!5m2!1sen!2snl\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">The trailhead is right near the bus stop, so it\u2019s easy to find.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0718.webp?ssl=1\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">After about 1.5km of gradual uphill, you\u2019ll reach Shek O Peak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0720.webp?ssl=1\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0725.webp?ssl=1\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">The view from here is one of the highlights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0721.webp?ssl=1\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">From there, it\u2019s mostly downhill to Big Wave Bay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">It\u2019s a great place to relax after hiking, though it can get busy on nice days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0731.webp?ssl=1\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><\/p>\n\n\n<p><!-- Back to top --><\/p>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"#top\">\u2191 Back to top<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"lion-rock\">Lion Rock (\u7345\u5b50\u5c71)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cocoon-blocks-blank-box-1 blank-box block-box\">\n<p class=\"\">Level \u2605\u2605\u2606\u2606\u2606<br>Distance: 3.9km<br>Elevation gain: 394m<br>Estimated time: 1.5\u20132 hours<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alltrails\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alltrails.com\/widget\/trail\/hong-kong\/sha-tin\/lion-rock?u=m&#038;sh=ngsudj\" width=\"100%\" height=\"400\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" marginheight=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Another well-known spot is Lion Rock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">There are some steeper uphill sections, so it\u2019s slightly more challenging than beginner routes. However, since the total distance is short and no technical skills are required, it\u2019s still very manageable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">From the top, you\u2019ll get a sweeping view of Kowloon\u2019s skyline, Victoria Harbour, and Hong Kong Island beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_8939.webp?resize=2400%2C1800&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Lion Rock\" class=\"wp-image-1068\" style=\"width:790px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_8939.webp?w=2400&amp;ssl=1 2400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_8939.webp?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_8939.webp?resize=1536%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_8939.webp?resize=2048%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">To get there, take the MTR to Lok Fu Station and walk about 20 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d15604.190706304093!2d114.18945741457756!3d22.35291234816164!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x340406e41616e9f3%3A0xb65e7d83502bb8cb!2sLion%20Rock%20Country%20Park%20Entrance!5e0!3m2!1sen!2snl!4v1762872703641!5m2!1sen!2snl\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"2400\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_8935.webp?resize=1800%2C2400&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Lion Rock trailhead\" class=\"wp-image-1067\" style=\"width:643px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_8935.webp?w=1800&amp;ssl=1 1800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_8935.webp?resize=768%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_8935.webp?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_8935.webp?resize=1536%2C2048&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">It takes less than an hour to reach the summit, though some parts are steep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"2400\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_5852.webp?resize=1800%2C2400&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Lion Rock trail\" class=\"wp-image-1065\" style=\"width:637px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_5852.webp?w=1800&amp;ssl=1 1800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_5852.webp?resize=768%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_5852.webp?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_5852.webp?resize=1536%2C2048&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">It\u2019s also a popular night hike for its city views.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LionRock.webp?resize=2400%2C1800&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Lion Rock night view\" class=\"wp-image-1066\" style=\"width:790px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LionRock.webp?w=2400&amp;ssl=1 2400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LionRock.webp?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LionRock.webp?resize=1536%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/LionRock.webp?resize=2048%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<p><!-- Back to top --><\/p>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"#top\">\u2191 Back to top<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"violet-hill\">Violet Hill (\u7d2b\u7f85\u862d\u5c71) &amp; Twin Peaks (\u5b56\u5d17\u5c71)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cocoon-blocks-blank-box-1 blank-box block-box\">\n<p class=\"\">Level \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2606\u2606<br>Distance: 4.7km<br>Elevation gain: 391m<br>Estimated time: 2h 30m<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alltrails\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alltrails.com\/widget\/trail\/hong-kong\/southern\/twin-peaks?u=m&#038;sh=ngsudj\" width=\"100%\" height=\"400\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" marginheight=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">One of the more challenging hikes on Hong Kong Island is the combination of Violet Hill and Twin Peaks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Hong Kong trails are known for their stairs, and this one is no exception\u2014there are said to be over 1,200 steps in total, making it both physically and mentally demanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">You can take a bus close to the trailhead. From Central, bus number 6 will take you there directly.<br>Get off at Wong Nai Chung Reservoir Park, then walk about 10 minutes uphill along Tai Tam Reservoir Road to reach the entrance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d33113.10892153166!2d114.17967904388114!3d22.260223929454924!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x3404017f46886309%3A0xf162a1095e92cadb!2sJunction%20of%20Wilson%20Trail%20Section%201%20%26%20Section%202!5e0!3m2!1sen!2snl!4v1762872759754!5m2!1sen!2snl\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1350\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_1844.webp?resize=1350%2C1800&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Violet Hill trailhead\" class=\"wp-image-1075\" style=\"width:643px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_1844.webp?w=1350&amp;ssl=1 1350w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_1844.webp?resize=768%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_1844.webp?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">There are some flatter sections, but overall it\u2019s a steady climb. After about 1km, you\u2019ll reach the summit of Violet Hill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"2400\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_1847.webp?resize=1800%2C2400&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Violet Hill summit\" class=\"wp-image-1074\" style=\"width:639px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_1847.webp?w=1800&amp;ssl=1 1800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_1847.webp?resize=768%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_1847.webp?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_1847.webp?resize=1536%2C2048&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">From there, descend for about 1.5km before heading up again toward Twin Peaks.<br>This section is especially tough, with endless stone steps\u2014but the sense of accomplishment at the top makes it worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"2000\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0804.webp?resize=1500%2C2000&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Twin Peaks stairs\" class=\"wp-image-1070\" style=\"width:645px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0804.webp?w=1500&amp;ssl=1 1500w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0804.webp?resize=768%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0804.webp?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2390\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0800.webp?resize=2390%2C1080&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Twin Peaks summit\" class=\"wp-image-1072\" style=\"width:786px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0800.webp?w=2390&amp;ssl=1 2390w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0800.webp?resize=768%2C347&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0800.webp?resize=1536%2C694&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0800.webp?resize=2048%2C925&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">The descent from the second peak offers beautiful views over the Stanley peninsula.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/IMG_7099.webp?resize=1024%2C768&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"View of Stanley from Twin Peaks\" class=\"wp-image-750\" style=\"width:788px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/IMG_7099.webp?resize=1024%2C768&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/IMG_7099.webp?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/IMG_7099.webp?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/IMG_7099.webp?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">At the end, you\u2019ll reach a road right in front of a bus stop on Stanley Gap Road, making it easy to head back into the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0815.webp?resize=1200%2C1600&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Trail exit\" class=\"wp-image-1077\" style=\"width:647px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0815.webp?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0815.webp?resize=768%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0815.webp?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">I recommend taking bus number 6 and stopping at Repulse Bay along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">After a sweaty hike, a swim in the ocean and some time relaxing on the beach is the perfect way to reset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_1980.webp?resize=2400%2C1600&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Repulse Bay beach\" class=\"wp-image-1081\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_1980.webp?w=2400&amp;ssl=1 2400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_1980.webp?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_1980.webp?resize=1536%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_1980.webp?resize=2048%2C1365&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<p><!-- Back to top --><\/p>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"#top\">\u2191 Back to top<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"sharp-peak\">Sharp Peak (\u86ba\u86c7\u5c16) &amp; Tai Wan (\u5927\u7063)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cocoon-blocks-blank-box-1 blank-box block-box\">\n<p class=\"\">Level \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2606\u2606<br>Distance: 15.8km<br>Elevation gain: 781m<br>Estimated time: 5h 30m \u2013 7h<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alltrails\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alltrails.com\/widget\/trail\/hong-kong\/tai-po\/sharp-peak-and-tai-wan-beach-loop-hike-from-pak-tam-au--2?u=m&#038;sh=ngsudj\" width=\"100%\" height=\"400\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" marginheight=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Sai Kung is one of the most nature-rich areas in Hong Kong. There are many great trails here, but this route is one of my personal favorites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">It connects Sharp Peak\u2014often considered a must-visit for hiking enthusiasts\u2014with Tai Wan Beach, which is sometimes described as one of the most beautiful beaches in Hong Kong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"479\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/IMG_9005.webp?resize=1024%2C479&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Tai Long Wan beach\" class=\"wp-image-753\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/IMG_9005.webp?resize=1024%2C479&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/IMG_9005.webp?resize=300%2C140&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/IMG_9005.webp?resize=768%2C360&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/IMG_9005.webp?resize=1536%2C719&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/IMG_9005.webp?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">To get to the trailhead, first head to Sai Kung Bus Terminal. From there, transfer to bus 94 or 96R and get off at Pak Tam Au.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d12963.582394862662!2d114.32640544239116!3d22.42159854856964!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x34040fdf3947dedf%3A0xb5d52739a632a580!2sWaste%20Recycling%20Point!5e0!3m2!1sen!2snl!4v1762872873286!5m2!1sen!2snl\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">The first ~2.5km is relatively flat, passing through a small bay area called Chek Keng.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0899.webp?resize=1200%2C1600&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Chek Keng\" class=\"wp-image-1084\" style=\"width:646px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0899.webp?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0899.webp?resize=768%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0899.webp?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1073\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_8997.webp?resize=2400%2C1073&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Chek Keng bay\" class=\"wp-image-1079\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_8997.webp?w=2400&amp;ssl=1 2400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_8997.webp?resize=768%2C343&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_8997.webp?resize=1536%2C687&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_8997.webp?resize=2048%2C916&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_4503.webp?resize=1200%2C1600&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1083\" style=\"width:653px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_4503.webp?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_4503.webp?resize=768%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_4503.webp?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">After climbing for about 1.5km, you\u2019ll reach a junction\u2014this is where you turn toward Sharp Peak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1350\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_4505.webp?resize=2400%2C1350&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Sharp Peak\" class=\"wp-image-1082\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_4505.webp?w=2400&amp;ssl=1 2400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_4505.webp?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_4505.webp?resize=1536%2C864&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_4505.webp?resize=2048%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_4505.webp?resize=120%2C68&amp;ssl=1 120w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_4505.webp?resize=160%2C90&amp;ssl=1 160w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_4505.webp?resize=320%2C180&amp;ssl=1 320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1440\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Frame-11-11-2025-03-29-45.webp?resize=1080%2C1440&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Sharp Peak ridge\" class=\"wp-image-1085\" style=\"width:668px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Frame-11-11-2025-03-29-45.webp?w=1080&amp;ssl=1 1080w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Frame-11-11-2025-03-29-45.webp?resize=768%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">As the name suggests, the peak is quite sharp and steep in sections\u2014but on a clear day, the views are incredible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1440\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Frame-11-11-2025-03-33-28.webp?resize=1080%2C1440&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"View from Sharp Peak\" class=\"wp-image-1086\" style=\"width:663px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Frame-11-11-2025-03-33-28.webp?w=1080&amp;ssl=1 1080w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Frame-11-11-2025-03-33-28.webp?resize=768%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">From here, it\u2019s mostly downhill toward Tai Wan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Compared to beaches on Hong Kong Island, this area is harder to access, so it\u2019s usually much quieter\u2014and the water is incredibly clear. It\u2019s one of my favorite spots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">You\u2019ll also often see cows grazing freely around here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_8999.webp?resize=2400%2C1800&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Cow near trail\" class=\"wp-image-1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_8999.webp?w=2400&amp;ssl=1 2400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_8999.webp?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_8999.webp?resize=1536%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_8999.webp?resize=2048%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">About 1km further, you\u2019ll reach a village called Ham Tin, where you\u2019ll find small restaurants, showers, and even speedboats back to Sai Kung (reservation required).<\/p>\n\n\n<p><!-- Back to top --><\/p>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"#top\">\u2191 Back to top<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"lantau-peak\">Sunset Peak (\u5927\u6771\u5c71) &amp; Lantau Peak (\u9cf3\u51f0\u5c71)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cocoon-blocks-blank-box-1 blank-box block-box\">\n<p class=\"\">Level \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2606<br>Distance: 13.7km<br>Elevation gain: 1,429m<br>Estimated time: 6h 39m<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alltrails\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alltrails.com\/widget\/trail\/hong-kong\/islands\/sunset-peak-and-lantau-peak-via-mui-wo?u=m&#038;sh=ngsudj\" width=\"100%\" height=\"400\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" marginheight=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">On Lantau Island\u2014home to Hong Kong\u2019s airport\u2014you\u2019ll find two of the most well-known hiking spots: Sunset Peak and Lantau Peak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">At 869m and 934m respectively (with Lantau Peak being the second-highest point in Hong Kong), both require longer climbs than most trails, making this a more physically demanding route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">The route starts from Mui Wo, which you can easily reach by ferry from Central.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d11114.69828964283!2d113.99522014950962!3d22.26435598388166!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x3401562b25b6213b%3A0xc54f65cdc0600ff6!2sMui%20Wo%20Ferry%20Pier!5e0!3m2!1sen!2snl!4v1762872933668!5m2!1sen!2snl\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">After getting off the ferry, walk along South Lantau Road for about 30 minutes until you reach the trailhead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1440\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0825.webp?resize=1080%2C1440&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Sunset Peak trailhead\" class=\"wp-image-1092\" style=\"width:666px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0825.webp?w=1080&amp;ssl=1 1080w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0825.webp?resize=768%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">From there, it\u2019s a steady 4.5km climb up to Sunset Peak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">On a clear day, the 360-degree views from the summit are incredible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1125\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_2103.webp?resize=2000%2C1125&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"View from Sunset Peak\" class=\"wp-image-1089\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_2103.webp?w=2000&amp;ssl=1 2000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_2103.webp?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_2103.webp?resize=1536%2C864&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_2103.webp?resize=120%2C68&amp;ssl=1 120w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_2103.webp?resize=160%2C90&amp;ssl=1 160w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_2103.webp?resize=320%2C180&amp;ssl=1 320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0829.webp?resize=1200%2C1600&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Sunset Peak view\" class=\"wp-image-1091\" style=\"width:613px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0829.webp?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0829.webp?resize=768%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0829.webp?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">After descending about 2km, you\u2019ll reach Pak Kung Au, where you can catch a bus to Tung Chung if needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0832.webp?resize=1200%2C1600&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Pak Kung Au junction\" class=\"wp-image-1090\" style=\"width:620px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0832.webp?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0832.webp?resize=768%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0832.webp?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">From there, it\u2019s another 3km climb up to Lantau Peak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9993.webp?resize=2000%2C1500&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Lantau Peak\" class=\"wp-image-1093\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9993.webp?w=2000&amp;ssl=1 2000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9993.webp?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9993.webp?resize=1536%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"2400\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_3537.webp?resize=1800%2C2400&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Lantau Peak summit\" class=\"wp-image-1087\" style=\"width:616px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_3537.webp?w=1800&amp;ssl=1 1800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_3537.webp?resize=768%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_3537.webp?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_3537.webp?resize=1536%2C2048&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">The views from the top are just as rewarding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"872\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9879.webp?resize=2400%2C872&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"View from Lantau Peak\" class=\"wp-image-1122\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9879.webp?w=2400&amp;ssl=1 2400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9879.webp?resize=768%2C279&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9879.webp?resize=1536%2C558&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9879.webp?resize=2048%2C744&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">From Lantau Peak, descend about 2km to Ngong Ping, where you\u2019ll find the Big Buddha.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9978.webp?resize=2000%2C1500&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Trail down from Lantau Peak\" class=\"wp-image-1094\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9978.webp?w=2000&amp;ssl=1 2000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9978.webp?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9978.webp?resize=1536%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9970.webp?resize=2000%2C1500&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Ngong Ping\" class=\"wp-image-1095\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9970.webp?w=2000&amp;ssl=1 2000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9970.webp?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_9970.webp?resize=1536%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">From Ngong Ping, it\u2019s easy to take a bus back to Tung Chung or Mui Wo.<\/p>\n\n\n<p><!-- Back to top --><\/p>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"#top\">\u2191 Back to top<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"pat-sin-leng\">Cloudy Hill (\u4e5d\u9f8d\u5751\u5c71) &amp; Pat Sin Leng (\u516b\u4ed9\u5dba)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cocoon-blocks-blank-box-1 blank-box block-box\">\n<p class=\"\">Level \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2606<br>Distance: 13.8km<br>Elevation gain: 833m<br>Estimated time: 5h 17m<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alltrails\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alltrails.com\/widget\/recording\/afternoon-hike-db27a24--400?u=m&#038;sh=ngsudj\" width=\"100%\" height=\"400\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">This trail is located in the northern New Territories, closer to mainland China.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">The name \u201cPat Sin Leng\u201d means \u201cEight Immortals Ridge,\u201d referring to the eight peaks along the route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Start from Tai Wo Station and follow the path that connects to the Wilson Trail toward Cloudy Hill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">After about 3km of climbing, you\u2019ll reach the summit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0140.webp?ssl=1\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">From there, descend for about 4km before entering the Pat Sin Leng section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_4058.webp?ssl=1\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_0143.webp?ssl=1\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Then comes another 5km climb to reach the first peak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_4068.webp?ssl=1\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">From here, you\u2019ll repeat a series of climbs and descents across the remaining peaks. It can be mentally tough, but the sense of accomplishment is unique.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/co-blog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_4070.webp?ssl=1\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">This area is also popular for trail running events, making it a great challenge for more experienced hikers.<\/p>\n\n\n<p><!-- Back to top --><\/p>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"#top\">\u2191 Back to top<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Hong Kong isn\u2019t just about shopping and food\u2014it\u2019s also a place where you can enjoy outdoor activities like hiking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">If you\u2019re just getting started, why not begin with a casual walk around Victoria Peak?<\/p>\n\n\n<p><!-- \/wp:post-content --><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; Hong Kong may only be about half the size of Tokyo, but within this relatively small area, you\u2019ll find a surprising number of hiking trails. 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