Going on a nature walk after the rain subsides is one of those simple pleasures in life that rivals…read moredrinking lemonade on a hot day or napping after lunch. As far as I know, taking the 82 minibus from Tsuen Wan is the easiest way of getting here. Because of the distance traveled and the limited seating, it's best to stand in line early, since the wait at the bus stop can be pretty long. Near the trailhead, there's a shop for snacks and drinks as well as public restrooms. There are a number of ways to go about your adventure. Since we were trying to get back before dark and avoid the next rainstorm, we covered Pineapple Dam and Waterside Paperbarks, extended a little past Shing Mun Reservoir Delta before turning around to check out Shing Mun Reservoir Main Dam. While there were a few stairs and some incline, the trail was mostly flat as well as well-kept and easy to traverse. Breaking away from the main loop, there were portions with gnarly trees, rocky boulders you can climb, and flatlands for day-camping. Another perk is that the wildlife around here roam freely. A herd of cattle were grazing near the reservoir's edge unbothered by passersby. A local troop of monkeys made their appearance, with a few more brazen than others. Word of advice: If you've got your phone in hand or any other small object, they might mistake it for food and lunge towards you, so maintain some distance. If you happen to have driven and parked in an area with monkeys, well...they might just make it their bed and scratch it up, perhaps even leave a dollop or two...We also chanced upon a kaleidoscope of butterflies along the way, many of which were uniquely patterned. Finally, there was a shared rest area completely occupied by a pack of dogs before they went on their way. Fun, fairly straightforward, and not too physically demanding trail for most folks. For humidity and possible chance of rain, bring an umbrella, a water bottle, and change of clothes. Next time I'll try completing the entire loop.

A good place for hiking with friends and family, not too harsh route , great for relax hikeread more

Great fun hike! We walked up to he hike from the MTR, which in it of itself was a hefty hike…read more The hike itself is well paved and well maintained. We passed by many groups enjoying the hike. There are a lot of stairs, so my calves were so stiff for a couple days after! It's a good workout but it's not particularly hard nor steep. The walk up to the trailhead however was very steep. Bring sunscreen and plenty water! A lot of the hike is in direct sun. Overall, starting at the MTR and getting all the way back down took about 3-3.5 hours but we were booking it, so you may want more time.

One of my friends and I love hikes and we have done a couple hikes together in the states. We see…read morepeople post stuff about Lion's rock and had to give it a shot while we're in Hong Kong. Getting here is a challenge. After Nan Lian Garden, we took an Uber to Fat Jong temple. Unfortunately our driver couldn't take us to Lion's Pavilion since you need a permit to go up to the top but some taxis will let you. NOTE: we tried to get a couple taxis but none of them wanted to go up to The pavilion at Sha Tin Pass. From the temple, it's an additional 20 minutes upward a steep incline. You'll soon see a sign after a few switchbacks along the road to Lion's rock 1.8 km. The hike consists of many bunches of stairs but kids and elderly people were on this hike on a Sunday so anyone can pretty much do this (just be careful!!). It took roughly an hour to get to the top with taking 1-2 very short breaks for water. The view is amazing from the top!! I highly recommend taking the time of your trip to Hong Kong to tackle this hike. Also, it's recommended to get a ride share or Uber when you walk down. Not many taxis will be at the bottom of Fat Jong temple to grab you.

The Sai Wan Ho Harbor Park isn't so much a Park in the dictionary sense of the word. It is more of…read morea promenade where you can walk or run by the harbor. A lot of the locals will set up a fishing rod and go fishing here. I like to run along along the promenade and really enjoy the fresh air and smell of the sea. It can get crowded during the weekends and when the weather gets good. There are often gatherings for people with dogs to have their dogs play with each other. The Park is free so There is really nothing to really criticize..

It's my go-to ever since when I was a kid. This park is a hidden gem in Hong Kong. The view might…read morenot be as grand as Tsim Sha Tsui harbor, but it has a nice tranquil feeling to it especially at night. To the right side there is the typhoon shelter for fishermen's boats. Quite a spectacular view, and unique to Hong Kong. People do Tai Chi, group dances, fishing and jogging around the park. Walking along the harbor trail leads you to close to North Point. There is a pets' park towards the end. On the weekends, you can see pet owners with all their cute doggies chilling. Right next to the Harbor Park is Soho East, there is a large variety of restaurants there. A great place to explore dinner options!

An oasis of greenery and water features in a bustling metropolis of concrete. Lots of walking…read morepaths, covered pavilions and activities including a RC boat lake and reptile zoo. The park is clean and mostly frequented by the elderly. I saw very few younger people. It would have been nice if they allowed unique snack vendors. There is a fast food concession but options are limited. All in all definitely worth checking out if you are in the area.

This was my favourite childhood hideout place. I remember all those times my primary schoolmates…read moreand I acted like superheroes running around playing hide and seek; paddling swan boats. Since my primary school is right next to it, we would spend hours after school just to have a bit of fun at the park before heading home. Last week I went back there again and I was flabbergasted how it has changed. The lake we used to row boats on are completely drained out and the two of the entrances of badminton court have been blocked by potted plants (there goes my short-cut), luckily one thing that did not change is the mass of greenery. Another thing that surprised me was the crowd here, back then there were only some elderly chilling and doing Tai chi in the morning, now there are more street performers singing classical Chinese songs. This place has become more lively and vivid. (Yet I did read that there have been some kinds of prostitution targeting the elderly there going on lately) With the completion of the West rail and also the newly established V-City and the new residential area, I would not be shocked to see the growing number of people here. Sadly, the crowds also come with more rubbish and I was really disappointed to see the litters on the floor unfortunately. Regardless of the fact that most of the stuff I was familiar with about this place is gone, whenever I pass it by I can vividly recall where my hiding spot was during hide-and-seek; and I am glad that spot still exists, (which is a secret spot of course!)

Feeling nostalgic and decided to write this review. I lived across the street here and over the…read morebridge on Wilmer street for a few years. I thought it was the perfect gem for Hong Kong, especially the location of being a park right on the harbour. The concrete track that circles the park is about a 5km circle and I've had many runs on that. Special perk: free yoga classes on Saturday mornings in the park there. Challenging to find grass areas in Hong Kong , so it's always an added bonus to enjoy those small things

This park is located along the waterfront in Sheung Wan and allows one to get some breathing room…read morefrom the nearby urban jungle. There is a nice sidewalk along the waterfront that is popular with joggers and romantic couples alike. One weekends the greenspace is typically filled with families out enjoying the weather. For dog owners, the park also houses a pet garden (dog park) located very close to the Macau Ferry Terminal building adjacent to the Central Police Station. Offering a fairly large section of grass surrounded by bushes, the garden has two water spigots and semi-covered seating for owners. Bring your own water bowl to fill up however, as your pooch will get thirsty. This is a favorite destination of our pug.

We had already walked halfway through the island and I was super tired. My legs ached and the…read moreweather was unbearable. My mom wanted to see the windmill when I told her pretty sure it's nothing special. But no she didn't listen. It took about 15mins trekking up a steep incline to get to the windmill. And what's up there?? Just ONE windmill. Ok there were educational boards explaining what it was but I did not care. I only wanted to sit. There is a lovely pavilion there that looks out to HK island. Totally would not have gone up. Boo.

Tin Shui Wai Park may be far, but with close to 15 hectares of green space, it is worth the travel…read moretime and effort. Surrounded by residential areas, Tin Shui Wai Park feels very serene. There are a few people, or maybe because I decided to visit on a weekday. Being far from the city center and where the ratio of children to elderly is 1:10, the park is definitely for those who prefer a slower pace of life. The facilities are also highly maintained, the bathrooms clean unlike the ones in densely-urban areas such as Mong Kok and Sham Shui Po. Because the park caters highly to the elderly, they have a special area called the "Elderly Fitness Corner" where there are a lot of old people stretching to improve or rather maintain their flexibility. The fitness stations scattered across the park are a great place to do some yoga or plyometrics. There aren't a lot of people using it so you can have it all to yourself for as long as you like. Another thing I like about this park are the hard-surface tennis courts and soccer pitches. Again, since it's so far from the city, not a lot of people use these facilities except for the nearby residents (which are mostly elderly). There is also a model boat lake where one can bring their radio-controlled boats to play along with. For those who have model cars, the park has got you covered as there's also an area for radio-controlled cars. Play gateball? There's an all-access practice and match court for the taking. Finally, for skateboarders, there is a simple concrete area with rails and a street plaza, perfect for trying out aerial tricks. If you do get tired of being in the park and prefer the comfort of air-conditioning, Kingswood Ginza is nearby.

I am pretty sure that most Hongkongers spend their weekends in a shopping mall with…read moreair-conditioning. Yup. I am one of them. With the excruciating heat during summer in Hong Kong, it would be crazy to ask your friends 'hey! Let's go hiking this weekend!" Though I have to agree, do you know that Hong Kong in fact has one of the best hiking trails in the world and we are just not really appreciating it correctly. Lots of my foreign friends always wondered why is that locals here simply do not go hiking... Well... that's quite embarrassing as we might be taking the nature for granted. Regardless, I finally took up the courage and embraced with our great natural side of Hong Kong. As a matter of fact, Tai Lam Country Park is the second largest country park in the territory. I did not finish the entire trail (sorry I am just a spoiled city boy) but frankly speaking the scenery was just AMAZING. It is fairly difficult to find an idle and tranquil place in Hong Kong, so hiking to places like this is definitely perfect choice for all. Personally, I loved the Red leaves in Dai Tong during winter when it is less hot and the scene would make you feel like you are in one of those romantic Japanese TV shows where the guy and the girl meet.

Hong Kong has real good country park for hiking. Roads are clear and safe. One can hike at their…read moreown physical abilities. Views are beautiful on the way. They were well decided. If you like hiking, do it here as well.