Best hiking spots Hong Kong

Dragon’s back trail is one of the most popular hike journey in Hongkong. Why is it? It’s easy to access, easy to complete, very scenic and ends at a beautiful beach (if you want it to). For many people, the Dragon’s Back Hike is their induction to hiking in Hong Kong. It’s also a great way to see the other side of Hong Kong – the side with no skyscrapers, with lush trees, sandy beaches, and the sea. It’s also called the last leg of the Hong Kong Trail, this meandering path on the ridge of Dragon’s Back is widely hailed as one of Hong Kong’s best urban hikes. Besides its attractive name, Dragon’s Back has a sightseeing platform near its peak that provides truly spectacular views of southern Hong Kong Island and its shoreline. Right at the trail’s end is Big Wave Bay. Take a dip or surf the waves for a relaxing finale to this hike. The Dragon’s Back Hike is possibly the most popular hike in Hong Kong. Getting there: Directions to the TH from the MTR subway system and back: Take A3 Exit at Shau Kei Wan MTR Station (筲箕灣站) Take n9 Bus for Shek O (石澳) and get off at To Tei Wan Tsuen stop (土地灣村) The trailhead is on the left side of the road, Hike the 5.5 mile long Dragon’s Back trail to Big Wave Bay Beach (大浪灣) Take the red minibus back to Shau Kei Wan MTR Station from the Big Wave Bay Village bus parking lot.