Road less travelled: three Hong Kong walking trails to take on for hiking season
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Three less travelled walking trails in Hong Kong have emerged as top picks this hiking season for those seeking fresh air and greenery away from the city’s concrete jungles.
In its 10th annual edition of great outdoors campaigns, the Hong Kong Tourism Board highlighted the 7.5km trek between Lau Shui Heung and Fung Yuen in Tai Po; the High Junk Peak country trail in Clear Water Bay; and a 14km trail on Ngong Ping – between Nei Lak Shan country trail, Wisdom Path and Shek Pik Reservoir – on Lantau Island.
Board general manager Mason Hung Chung-hing said the city was unique in that hiking gems were readily accessible, with restaurants usually located not far from either end of such trails.
“Hong Kong’s geography allows hikers to see the sea and mountains in one go on a walk, which is hard to find elsewhere,” Hung said. “Many tourists like to come to the city for hikes because they can treat themselves at restaurants at the end of the walks.”