Camping in Hong Kong: six of the best campsites, most in country parks far from the concrete jungle

Hong Kong’s country parks have around 40 official campsites, which offer a back-to-basics escape from the city

From Lantau to Sai Kung to Victoria Harbour, these sites offer stunning views and are free to use

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Hong Kong has more than 40 campsites in its country parks. Many offer stunning views, such as of Plover Cove Country Park in the New Territories (pictured).

Published: 5:30pm, 20 Jul 2020Updated: 6:47pm, 20 Jul 2020

If Hong Kong’s two-dozen country parks are among its greatest assets, then the 40 or so official campsites scattered about their furthermost reaches are the icing on the cake. That they are pretty basic – sometimes little more than a flattish patch of land and a noticeboard – adds to their attraction.

The further away they are from urban areas, the more idyllic they become. Here are six that we rate highly.

1. Pak Fu Tin, Lantau

Blink and you might miss Pak Fu Tin, which is separated from the Lantau Trail by a belt of trees. Apart from its seclusion, the site’s chief draw is a brook that obligingly babbles pretty much all year round – a constant source of drinking water (with sterilising tablets, obviously) and handy for cooling cans or bottles. There’s space for 20 tents at a pinch, but it’s extremely rare to find that many. The shady picnic tables afford impressive views down over Chi Ma Wan.

Pak Fu Tin Campsite is along the Lantau Trail.

Getting there: the nearest bus stop is at Nam Shan, above Mui Wo. The site is less than an hour’s walk up a reasonably gentle incline.

2. Tung Lung Chau

One of just two genuine small island campsites in Hong Kong, Tung Lung Chau is more than a little amazing. At the eastern entrance to Victoria Harbour, it is within sight and (faint) sound of the metropolis. A Qing dynasty fort adds a bit of character, and there are trails to explore and stony yet swimmable beaches. The island is popular with rock climbers.