This is post 81 of 82 in the series “Hong Kong” Tung Yeung Shan is part of the Wilson Trail Stage 4 on the western tip of Kowloon ridge. Unexpectedly, it was also a silver grass heaven during the last two months of the year in Hong Kong. While it’s not a super easy hike, […]

This is post 80 of 82 in the series “Hong Kong” Lo Fu Tau is the mountain that lies behind Discovery Bay on Lantau Island, so named for its similarity to the head of a tiger. The Lo Fu Tau Country Trail boosts the amazing view of Lantau Island, seas of silver grass, and unique […]

This is post 79 of 82 in the series “Hong Kong” Bluff island is another member of the Ung Kong group in Port Shelter in Sai Kung and a lesser known one. It is across from Basalt Island and, although smaller, makes for a chill day trip option. It is one of the best places […]

This is post 78 of 82 in the series “Hong Kong” Lantau Peak might not be the highest mountain in Hong Kong by a mere 23 m, but as the highest peak on Lantau Island, it certainly takes more effort to reach than Tai Mo Shan, which is accessible by car. That said, there are […]

This is post 77 of 82 in the series “Hong Kong” Tsing Tam Reservoir is one of the lesser known reservoirs in Hong Kong. Hidden between Tai Po and Yuen Long, it’s a flat and easy walk along a concrete trail that has a wonderful view of Kai Kung Leng with a possible side trip […]

This is post 76 of 82 in the series “Hong Kong” One of the most unique rock formations on Hong Kong Island is the rhino rock of Stanley. Not only is it incredibly life-like, the shortness of the route also contributes to its popularity. That said, it’s a narrow and steep trail that many visitors […]

Last updated on October 16th, 2020 at 03:37 pm This is post 75 of 82 in the series “Hong Kong” Jin island, also known as Tiu Chung Chau, is one of the islands in Port Shelter, Sai Kung. It’s part of the Sai Kung Geological Park, but aside from it’s hexagonal column, it’s most famous […]

This is post 74 of 82 in the series “Hong Kong” Basalt Island is one of the Ung Kong island groups south of the High Island and Highland Reservoir in Sai Kung. It is also part of the Sai Kung Geological Park. An uninhabited island, it is the largest in the Ung Kong group and […]

Last updated on September 18th, 2020 at 09:38 am This is post 73 of 82 in the series “Hong Kong” Tai Shing Stream is the river that runs from Tai Mo Shan, the highest mountain in Hong Kong, down to Shing Mun Reservoir. In fact, back before the reservoir was built, it flowed straight into […]