This is post 100 of 117 in the series “Hong Kong” Chung Hom Kok is the little headland on the west of Stanley Peninsula. But the mountain itself isn’t the highlight for most who come trekking. Now I’ve talked about Devil’s Fist, and also Devil’s Peak, but did you know that there’s also Devil’s Claw? […]

This is post 99 of 117 in the series “Hong Kong” Tsang Pang Kok Tsui is the headland east of Long Ke and Long Ke Tsai in Sai Kung Geopark, arguably not a famous location, but it does have an amazing view of the beaches and towards the Port Shelter. Another big attraction is the […]

This is post 98 of 117 in the series “Hong Kong” Nam Sang Wai is famous for its scenic wetland and the picturesque wedding pier. Located in Yuen Long, the best and most common way to get there is by cycling, although a hike or even a drive over is possible. If you are fast, […]

This is post 97 of 117 in the series “Hong Kong” Shek Uk Shan. Where is it? It is a little known fact for most casual hikers that Shek Uk Shan is the highest peak in Sai Kung. In fact, it has 17m on Sharp Peak – the sharpest mountain in Hong Kong (and Sai […]

Last updated on February 16th, 2022 at 10:00 pm This is post 96 of 117 in the series “Hong Kong” Pat Sin Leng hike involves hiking the eight peaks by Tai Mei Tuk at the side of Plover Cove Reservoir which is named after the eight immortals from Taoism. Also called the 8 immortals hike, […]

This is post 94 of 117 in the series “Hong Kong” Mau Ping Ancient Trail extends from Mui Tsz Lam Village all the way to the center of mountains that straddle Ma On Shan and Sai Kung, connecting to the Pak Kong Ancient Trail that ends in Sai Kung. Once home to a smattering of […]

This is post 93 of 117 in the series “Hong Kong” Tai Tong Hong Kong is known for its red leaves between late November and December. Located in the Tai Lam Country Park in Yuen Long, it is home to Sweet Gum Woods that’s full of, yes, Sweet Gum trees, that turn various hues of […]

This is post 92 of 117 in the series “Hong Kong” The Reservoir Island Viewpoint is the window to the famed thousand islands view of Hong Kong. It overlooks the Tai Lam Chung Reservoir and its many islands, and the easy hike from the Tai Lam Country Park made it ever so popular. Located between […]