Hong Kong's Best Urban Hiking Trail: Dragon's Back!

Selected as the 'Best Urban Hiking Trail in Asia' by Time Asia in 2004, Dragon's Back is a light 8.5km (approximately 2.5 hours) trail, perfect for beginners.

🚶♂️ Recommended Hiking Route:
To Tei Wan → Shek O Peak → Dragon's Back → Ma Tong Au → Big Wave Bay

📌 Highlights:

· About 30 minutes from the starting point to the peak! A few minutes to the right of the peak, you'll find a viewpoint called 'Bamboo Charcoal,' which is the best photo spot 📸
· If you plan to visit Cape D'Aguilar on the same day, it's better to return via the original path after reaching the peak.

🚌 Transportation:
▸ Getting there: Take the MTR to Shau Kei Wan Station (Exit A2) → Board Bus No. 9 or a red minibus → Alight at To Tei Wan (trailhead)
▸ Returning: From Big Wave Bay, take Bus No. 9 → Return to Shau Kei Wan Station

💡 Essentials:

· Plenty of water
· Hat and sunscreen
· Light snacks
· Camera (the scenery is stunning!)

⚠️ Notes:

· Please take your trash with you
· Do not enter trails under restoration

A must-visit hiking trail in Hong Kong where you can enjoy exotic landscapes and pristine beaches at the same time! Highly recommended for those seeking relaxation in nature 🌊

Post by Eliok sham | Oct 28, 2025

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