KOWLOON SCENIC TRAIL
Hiking In Hong Kong Recommended Trail #9
The Kowloon Scenic Trail. This mighty 18.2-kilometre trail has everything one wishes to see and experience on a hike. From cityscapes to open sea views, to spectacular sunsets and a memorable night view, this trail undoubtedly is one of the best trails Hong Kong has to offer. This trail has everything from historical monuments to one of the few sunset hotspots in Hong Kong. Full of surprises, from well-paved roads to treacherous slopes and stairs, this trail is just great for challengers and experts. With a hiking duration of 8 hours, this trail is no easy cake, but every single marvellous view would be worth it. Explore the wonderful trail now!
QUICK INFO
Distance: 18.2 km
Time Needed: 7.5 hours (normal hikers), 9.5 hours (families and beginners)
Difficulty: 5/5 (Extremely Challenging)
Location: Yau Tong, Lam Tin, KLN --> Tsz Wan Shan, Wong Tai Sin, KLN
Slope: 4/5 (Up and down... up and down)
Elevation Gain: 1020 metre gain total
Highest Elevation: 549 metres (Tate's Cairn)
Elevation Loss: 954 metres loss total
Scenery: 5/5 (Simply A Spectacle)
Shelter: Mostly Exposed
Recommended For: Advanced Hikers and Experts
When should I visit?: Autumn to Winter (cooler weather)
Emergency Exits: Multiple Exits towards Lam Tin, Clear Water Bay Road and Sai Kung (Refer to Trail Information, Emergency Exit Section)
THE TRAIL
This trail is separated into a few distinct parts. Dive in deeper into the trail and learn more by exploring each section individually!
WHY THIS TRAIL?
5 Reasons Why You Should Choose This Trail
UNFORGETTABLE SUNSET VIEWS
At the last section of the trail along Sha Tin Pass Road, you could savour exceptionally spectacular sunset views of the entire Kowloon peninsula and the north of Hong Kong Island, and watch the sun slip behind the horizon!
SPECTACULAR NIGHT VIEWS
As dusk turns into evening, watch as the city of Hong Kong turn on its lights, and become the glamorous city it is known for. This cityscape would be forever stuck in your mind!
CHALLENGING TRAIL
This trail stretch across 18.2 kilometres, and climbs three peaks, Devil's Peak, Black Hill, and the most challenging of all, Tung Yeung Shan. This trail is full of ups and downs, and with the average completion time is 8 hours, this trail can put one to a test of endurance and strength and become one of Hong Kong's toughest walks. Are you ready for it?
DISCOVER HONG KONG'S HISTORY
Devil's Peak is an extremely important strategic position in war, looking out towards Victoria Harbour. So it is to no surprise that the British had built multiple forts and batteries, and those structures are still intact today! Dive into Hong Kong's colonial history!
GET IN TOUCH WITH NATURE
Most of the trail is deep in the forest, and you can really take your mind off the city. If you're lucky, you might even spot some wildlife, including lizards and birds!
CONTACT
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