https://www.scmp.com/rss/324933/feed Hong Kong is home to some of the world’s most accessible mountains and country side walks. Read about where to go and how to get the most out of your weekend hikes. en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Yuki Tsang,Regina de Luna Yuki Tsang,Regina de Luna The HK4TUC is one of the hardest ultra-marathons on Earth. It connects all four of Hong Kong’s major trails – MacLehose, Wilson, Hong Kong and Lantau in one go. There are no checkpoints or support allowed, though runners have help travelling between the trails. If they reach the end in sub-60 hours, they are deemed a “finisher”. If they reach the end in sub-72 hours, they are deemed a “survivor”. Sarah Pemberton, a Hong Kong-born and raised runner, has attempted to do it not once, but four... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/extreme-sports/article/3331142/four-trails-one-hardest-ultra-marathons-earth-and-racer-tried-it-4-times?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/extreme-sports/article/3331142/four-trails-one-hardest-ultra-marathons-earth-and-racer-tried-it-4-times?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 01 Nov 2025 14:38:30 +0000 Lars Hamer Lars Hamer A group of Hong Kong students has taken on a 40-kilometre swim and hike across one of the city’s unique trails to help rid the beaches of plastic washed up on the shore. Five students from Malvern College hiked the first four sections of the Argyle Ross Trail from June 21 to 24, starting at Kat O, also known as Crooked Island, in the far northeastern waters of the New Territories. The group embarked on the expedition as part of their Hong Kong Award for Young People (AYP), which aims to... https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3316258/students-swim-hike-and-clean-their-way-across-hong-kong-part-youth-award-scheme?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3316258/students-swim-hike-and-clean-their-way-across-hong-kong-part-youth-award-scheme?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 29 Jun 2025 05:49:05 +0000 Organisers of Hong Kong’s TransLantau by UTMB ultra-marathon have apologised after a “misunderstanding” and “miscommunication” meant hundreds of runners in the 50-kilometre event went without water on November 9. Race director Jules Pijourlet told the Post that affected athletes would be given free entry to next year’s race as compensation. Of the 832 runners in the 50km race, 151 did not finish, and athletes across all events complained of poor organisation and having to “fend for themselves”... https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3287022/translantau-utmb-organisers-hong-kong-trail-run-apologise-after-runner-complaints?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3287022/translantau-utmb-organisers-hong-kong-trail-run-apologise-after-runner-complaints?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 18 Nov 2024 10:00:14 +0000 Explorer Mario Rigby, who spent two years walking across Africa, will take on the Barclays Moontrekker this weekend in Hong Kong as part of his quest to advocate for nature conservancy and sustainable development. Rigby is also running the trail event – in which participants race against the sunrise on Hong Kong’s Lantau Island – as part of his training to become one of just a handful of people to have tackled the world’s seven tallest summits. The annual Moontrekker event is an overnight trail... https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/3282766/explorer-who-spent-two-years-walking-across-africa-takes-hong-kongs-moontrekker?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/3282766/explorer-who-spent-two-years-walking-across-africa-takes-hong-kongs-moontrekker?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 18 Oct 2024 04:00:08 +0000 Registration for this year’s Barclays MoonTrekker, an overnight trail event where participants race against the sunrise on Hong Kong’s Lantau Island, will be launched at 7pm on Sunday. Last year, more than 1,500 participants took part in the event, which is also a major fundraiser for the Nature Conservancy, with the race quota being filled within a few hours of registration opening. This year’s hike through the night starts on October 18 at 8pm and will see the launch of the shortened... https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3264743/hong-kong-moontrekker-2024-registration-overnight-trail-race-against-sunrise-lantau-island-opens?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3264743/hong-kong-moontrekker-2024-registration-overnight-trail-race-against-sunrise-lantau-island-opens?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 31 May 2024 02:00:20 +0000 The valley plunges before us, lush and speckled with wild flowers. Far below, we can see our rifugio (refuge), a few stone shepherd huts on a grassy ledge above a cliff. The floor of the valley is somewhere beneath, out of sight. Across the gorge, a steep mountain rises, with chalky boulders showing between copses of conifers. Wisps of cloud stream from rocks at the summit, white against the blue sky. It is the kind of beauty that is almost painful to behold, that makes the heart soar but the... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/travel/article/3260337/hike-thats-not-faint-heart-week-adventure-italys-dolomites-humbling-and-awe-inspiring?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/travel/article/3260337/hike-thats-not-faint-heart-week-adventure-italys-dolomites-humbling-and-awe-inspiring?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 27 Apr 2024 05:15:10 +0000 Bored with climbing up and down Tai Mo Shan, and tired of tackling Lantau Peak, Hong Kong hikers have taken to designing their own routes across the city’s countryside. And the latest addition to the challenges being set includes 100km of swimming, hiking and scrambling up waterfalls. Needless to say, the Argyle Ross Trail, named after its creators Jack Argyle and Stewart Ross, is not for the inexperienced or faint of heart. The British-born pair, who both teach at Malvern College Hong Kong,... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3254489/new-hong-kong-trail-mixes-swimming-and-waterfalls-experienced-hikers-needing-keep-their-wits-about?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3254489/new-hong-kong-trail-mixes-swimming-and-waterfalls-experienced-hikers-needing-keep-their-wits-about?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 07 Mar 2024 05:19:45 +0000 If it wasn’t for desire and gumption, Rency Thomas would have led an ordinary existence. Instead, the 37-year-old has just completed a human-powered expedition the length of the river Ganges. Twenty years ago, doctors asked Rency to adapt to a conservative lifestyle after diagnosing chronic arthritis. He simply stopped visiting them and embraced a life of adventure. It laid the groundwork for his biggest undertaking yet, navigating the Ganges under his own steam. The challenges were... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3253345/gaumukh-bay-bengal-one-mans-voyage-discovery-takes-him-length-ganges?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3253345/gaumukh-bay-bengal-one-mans-voyage-discovery-takes-him-length-ganges?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 27 Feb 2024 06:10:51 +0000 With seemingly thousands of travel bloggers and vloggers flooding social media with occasionally compelling but often disappointing content, it can be hard to find people worth paying attention to. But scratch beneath the surface of this viral sludge and there are some gems to be found, especially if you’re looking for inspiration when it comes to having adventures of your own. From visually stunning films to practical tips and guides to exploring the world, here are five of the best channels to... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/how-guides/article/3249014/5-best-youtube-adventurers-glorious-landscapes-practical-guides-your-own-travels?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/how-guides/article/3249014/5-best-youtube-adventurers-glorious-landscapes-practical-guides-your-own-travels?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 20 Jan 2024 06:00:18 +0000 Where better way to spend Boxing Day, and counter the Christmas indulgence, than by tackling one of Hong Kong’s multitude of hiking trails? And whatever your motivation, be it escaping the four walls of home for fresh air, putting your physical and mental endurance to the test, or something in-between, the city caters for all needs. These five suggestions include something for everyone, so take your pick and get outside and enjoy. Hok Tau Reservoir Family Walk As the name suggests, this one is... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3245951/5-hong-kong-hikes-when-youve-had-enough-family-and-food-christmas-gentle-strolls-strenuous-climbs?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3245951/5-hong-kong-hikes-when-youve-had-enough-family-and-food-christmas-gentle-strolls-strenuous-climbs?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 24 Dec 2023 04:00:14 +0000 Thousands of runners and walkers took to Hong Kong’s MacLehose Trail on Friday for the annual Oxfam Trailwalker, which takes competitors on a 100km trek across the city. Some 3,400 people in about 850 teams started Hong Kong’s largest hiking fundraiser throughout the course of the day, with their journey taking them from Pak Tam Chung in Sai Kung to Crossroads Foundation in Tuen Mun. They had 48 hours to complete the gruelling task, which crosses 20 of the city’s highest peaks. But the top teams... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/trail-running/article/3242733/oxfam-trailwalker-thousands-take-hong-kongs-mclehose-trail-citys-largest-annual-fundraiser?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/trail-running/article/3242733/oxfam-trailwalker-thousands-take-hong-kongs-mclehose-trail-citys-largest-annual-fundraiser?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 24 Nov 2023 09:46:01 +0000 A Norwegian woman and her Nepali guide have set the record for the fastest summit of all 14 of the world’s 8,000m [26,000 ft] mountains, their team said in a statement. Kristin Harila and Tenjin Sherpa, known as Lama, completed the feat in three months and one day after summiting Pakistan’s K2, the last peak on their quest. The record reflects “their unwavering determination, teamwork, and sheer tenacity throughout this monumental endeavour”, the team statement said on Thursday. “Harila and... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/extreme-sports/article/3229209/norwegian-woman-nepali-guide-achieve-greatness-new-record-fastest-summit-14-super-peaks?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/extreme-sports/article/3229209/norwegian-woman-nepali-guide-achieve-greatness-new-record-fastest-summit-14-super-peaks?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 28 Jul 2023 03:49:56 +0000 Hong Kong and peak summer do not constitute the most obvious bedfellows when choosing a location and time to embark on a hiking expedition. Forewarned is forearmed, however. With knowledge of necessary precautions and available areas to explore, it is perfectly possible to hurdle the heat barrier and savour the city’s diverse terrain. Take note of the following five tips, then strap on your boots and start exploring. 1. Drink plenty It is imperative to remain hydrated, which means sustaining a... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3229079/5-tips-hike-safely-hong-kong-summer?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3229079/5-tips-hike-safely-hong-kong-summer?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 27 Jul 2023 03:59:08 +0000 Ultra runners must pace themselves. They are constantly warned of the perils of going too fast too soon and burning out before the end. Keep plodding, one foot in front of the other, very slowly until you reach the end. Walk before you need to walk, rest, refuel and keep plodding again. With all this advice ringing in an ultra runner’s ear, why would they ever bother with speed training? But speed training can have untold benefits for ultra running, even if you do not actually run fast during... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/how-guides/article/3224014/should-ultra-runners-do-speed-sessions-improving-your-ultra-running?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/how-guides/article/3224014/should-ultra-runners-do-speed-sessions-improving-your-ultra-running?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 14 Jun 2023 04:49:48 +0000 A US climber has died on Mount Everest, his expedition organiser said Tuesday, the first foreign death on the highest mountain in the world this season. The 69-year-old mountaineer was on an acclimatisation rotation at around 6,400 metres (21,000 feet) when he died on Monday. “He was feeling unwell and passed away at Camp 2. Efforts are underway to bring [back] his body,” Pasang Tshering Sherpa, of Beyul Adventure, said. Sherpa said bad weather was hampering the recovery efforts. Beyul Adventure... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3219117/us-climber-dies-everest-becomes-first-foreign-victim-worlds-highest-mountain-season?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3219117/us-climber-dies-everest-becomes-first-foreign-victim-worlds-highest-mountain-season?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 02 May 2023 07:05:54 +0000 Nepal has issued a record 454 permits to climb Mount Everest this spring, officials said on Monday, four years after at least four deaths on the world’s highest peak were blamed on overcrowding. Bigyan Koirala from the tourism department said it was the “highest number of permits” the department had issued, and added that numbers could rise further. As most of these mountaineers will attempt to summit Everest with the help of a Nepali guide, more than 900 climbers will be heading for the summit... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3218197/chinese-climbers-get-bulk-everest-permits-nepal-issues-record-454-season?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3218197/chinese-climbers-get-bulk-everest-permits-nepal-issues-record-454-season?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 24 Apr 2023 13:30:42 +0000 Hiking is a great family activity if you get the level right so that your young ones can enjoy themselves. There are a plethora of hikes in Hong Kong for a toddler to enjoy. But there are also several things to bear in mind first before you hit the trails. Firstly, adjust your expectations. You will not be tearing up Lantau Peak in record time. In fact, you may not go anywhere. If the hike is for you, don’t go with your toddler. If the hike is for the family, factor in lots of loitering time... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/how-guides/article/3216036/five-toddler-friendly-hikes-hong-kong-help-get-your-kids-nature?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/how-guides/article/3216036/five-toddler-friendly-hikes-hong-kong-help-get-your-kids-nature?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 05 Apr 2023 03:30:23 +0000 There will be plenty of sore heads in the city next this weekend, with the Hong Kong Sevens returning in full fettle for the first time since the start of the pandemic. There will be none of the Covid-19 restrictions which slightly limited the fun at the event’s return last November, where masks were required when not drinking. As yes, the drinking – a strong tradition of the city’s flagship sporting tournament, where 35,000 fans are expected to turn up on opening night at Hong Kong Stadium. Of... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3215351/hong-kong-sevens-five-lung-busting-hikes-sweat-out-your-rugby-weekend-hangover?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3215351/hong-kong-sevens-five-lung-busting-hikes-sweat-out-your-rugby-weekend-hangover?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 30 Mar 2023 04:45:13 +0000 Hong Kong is a hiker’s paradise. The views from the jagged mountain tops rival any in the world. But clambering to the summit of Lantau Peak, or scrambling up the steep sides of Sharp Peak, can be an intimidating prospect. There are a host of shorter, or flatter hikers, if you want a more relaxed walk. They are perfect for beginners looking to build their experience before taking on one of the big climbs. Mui Wo to Pui O – 8km This lovely walk takes you along the shores of Lantau Island and... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3213970/5-easy-hikes-do-hong-kong-if-you-are-beginner-or-just-looking-relaxed-walk-enjoy-citys-stunning?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3213970/5-easy-hikes-do-hong-kong-if-you-are-beginner-or-just-looking-relaxed-walk-enjoy-citys-stunning?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 18 Mar 2023 01:00:19 +0000 With China finally relaxing its border restrictions, allowing more opportunities for travel, we look at five adventures there to consider in 2023. Hiking in Tiger Leaping Gorge Yunnan province’s Tiger Leaping Gorge is a spectacular place that is steeped in rural Naxi culture and blessed with dramatic high-mountain scenery. The two-day trek that traverses the gorge ranks as one of the world’s most accessible yet imposing treks. Situated 45 minutes from Lijiang, the 23km trek starts near Qiaotou... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3205150/5-hiking-climbing-and-biking-trips-china-its-covid-19-controls-ease?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3205150/5-hiking-climbing-and-biking-trips-china-its-covid-19-controls-ease?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 31 Dec 2022 02:00:29 +0000 Hong Kong now has a fifth major trail route, named after the late community legend Nic Tinworth. The 92km Tinworth Trail, dedicated to the former trail race organiser who died two years ago after a long battle with a brain tumour, runs from the North East of Hong Kong to the South West, starting at the mainland border in Sha Tau Kok, and ends in Tai O on Lantau. The route was created in the image of the famous four trails that preceded it – the 100km MacLehose, 78km Wilson, 50km Hong Kong and... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/trail-running/article/3199667/hong-kongs-fifth-major-trail-commemorates-late-community-legend-nic-tinworth-iconic-sights-along?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/trail-running/article/3199667/hong-kongs-fifth-major-trail-commemorates-late-community-legend-nic-tinworth-iconic-sights-along?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 15 Nov 2022 07:38:37 +0000 Stephanie Lown was sitting at a football game in 2018 when she was overcome with anxiety during what should have been a fun and relaxing occasion. The 32-year-old, who lost her job just as she signed a new rental agreement for a flat, remembers feeling as if she needed to “run away, like I wasn’t safe”. Feeling as though she was the first person in her family to be experiencing these things, Lown said that she “didn’t know where to go” when it came to talking about mental health. “It was a super... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3197692/hiking-dogs-hong-kong-extra-potent-antidepressant-community-embarking-trail-challenger?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3197692/hiking-dogs-hong-kong-extra-potent-antidepressant-community-embarking-trail-challenger?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 29 Oct 2022 04:30:07 +0000 Sunny Huang has become the first Chinese person to climb the UK’s “full house” of mountains, with her achievement capping an incredible personal journey. The 50-year-old Edinburgh nurse is only the 77th person ever to complete the feat – and her determination mirrors her effort to lift herself and her family out of poverty in China. To complete – or “bag”, as it is often called – a full house you must tick off the six major lists of mountains in the UK – totalling 1,124 mountains. It consists... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3195283/first-chinese-person-climb-uks-1124-mountain-full-house?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3195283/first-chinese-person-climb-uks-1124-mountain-full-house?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 08 Oct 2022 06:37:07 +0000 Lauren Gay’s favourite outdoor escape isn’t what it used to be. The 41-year-old, based in the US state of Florida, has been running her Misadventures of an Outdoorsy Diva adventure travel blog since 2013, writing travel tips for destinations all over the world. One of her “absolute favourite” escapes, however, was Weeki Wachee Springs State Park. “That was my go-to,” she says, recalling how on weekdays, she could kayak down the river for miles without seeing other visitors. “Not now,” she... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/travel-leisure/article/3185886/instagram-and-tiktok-influencers-draw-too-many-tourists?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/travel-leisure/article/3185886/instagram-and-tiktok-influencers-draw-too-many-tourists?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 21 Jul 2022 08:15:16 +0000 Nepal now is fully open, and home to some of the finest trekking in the world. Here are six of the very best “teahouse” treks for you to stride for. There’s nowhere else on earth that can match Nepal for dramatic Himalayan scenery and accessible trekking routes. With the country now fully open to visitors and with relatively low numbers of trekkers out there it’s a great time to take on that hike of a lifetime. Many of the classic Nepalese treks are teahouse based, meaning that you will find... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3180309/trekking-nepal-6-best-teahouse-treks-nepal-including-everest?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3180309/trekking-nepal-6-best-teahouse-treks-nepal-including-everest?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 04 Jun 2022 04:30:15 +0000 When you glance down at the handlebar “cockpit” of many cyclists, it’s like looking at a mini computer terminal or the flight deck of a small fighter plane. Similar can be said when you see how so many runners and even hikers are wired up and connected to devices, almost as if they were robots, with their every stride and heartbeat being monitored, logged and analysed. These devices and their data can be useful tools for some. They can help you to monitor and gauge your performance and progress,... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/trail-running/article/3176866/running-or-cycling-without-tech-joys-ditching-data-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/trail-running/article/3176866/running-or-cycling-without-tech-joys-ditching-data-and?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 07 May 2022 03:47:04 +0000 Hong Kong’s beaches finally reopened on Thursday, after more than six weeks of closures because of Covid-19 restrictions. But before you settle down on the sand once again, how about hiking to one of Hong Kong’s many epic shores? The summer is heating up, so the waves will be a relief after working up a sweat on your long journey. Remember – make sure you bring plenty of water, tell someone where you are going, and have a fully charged phone with a pre-downloaded hiking app so you can follow the... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3176536/hong-kongs-beaches-finally-reopen-try-out-these-stunning-hikes?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3176536/hong-kongs-beaches-finally-reopen-try-out-these-stunning-hikes?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 05 May 2022 01:00:29 +0000 Hiking in Hong Kong is an endless paradise of new, exciting and obscure routes. But do not miss what’s right under your nose. There are classic routes that all Hongkongers should venture up at least once. These hikes are tough, so pack plenty of water and food. Bring a fully charged phone, and be clear of your route before you start (there are lots of great hiking apps like AllTrails). If you are on your own, tell someone your plan before you start. 1. Dragons’ Back Perhaps this is Hong Kong’s... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/how-guides/article/3174849/classic-hikes-hong-kong-dragons-back-lantau-peak?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/how-guides/article/3174849/classic-hikes-hong-kong-dragons-back-lantau-peak?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 20 Apr 2022 04:15:14 +0000 It is common for runners to find that if they twist their ankle, they are likely to twist it again soon after returning from the initial injury. This could be because of a few reasons, and there are some simple remedies. What’s an ankle twist? Why does the injury repeat itself? The actual injury could be one of a few things. Once you roll your ankle, you could have bruised it, stretched a tendon or ligament, or even torn a ligament. It could be one of a few different tendons or ligaments, and... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3174189/what-should-i-do-if-i-keep-retwisting-my-ankle-when-running?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3174189/what-should-i-do-if-i-keep-retwisting-my-ankle-when-running?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 14 Apr 2022 02:32:09 +0000 As the technology in mobile phones has improved, so have the cameras that come with them, making them great at capturing decent images and videos on the fly. However, if you want something to get that perfect picture when you’re out biking, hiking or climbing around Hong Kong or elsewhere then a dedicated action camera is never a bad idea. And if you really want your images and videos to stand out, but still want to keep things simple and pocket-sized then there are some superb options out there... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3171960/sony-olympus-best-small-cameras-capture-your-outdoor?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3171960/sony-olympus-best-small-cameras-capture-your-outdoor?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 27 Mar 2022 02:30:10 +0000 The move to relax public health measures in Hong Kong means masks should no longer be mandatory while exercising outdoors, especially when it comes to hiking in country parks, according to an epidemiologist who has often publicly disagreed with government policy. Professor Ben Cowling, head of the division of epidemiology and biostatistics at the University of Hong Kong, said considering the green spaces in the city as being “high risk” was “inconceivable”. He rated country parks as being at the... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/health-fitness/article/3171639/coronavirus-hku-expert-questions-need-people-wear?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/health-fitness/article/3171639/coronavirus-hku-expert-questions-need-people-wear?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 24 Mar 2022 03:29:55 +0000 Olympic swimmer Robyn Lamsam has been instilling her positive attitude in her young son Kyle since the day he was diagnosed as being profoundly deaf in both ears. The five-year-old proudly sported his “magic ears” – crucial cochlear implants – while holding his mother’s hand as they embarked on a 70km charity walk around Hong Kong Island. Mother and son raised nearly HK$180,000 for Weez Walk, a part of the Weez Project campaign started by the parents of 15-year-old Jamie Pearce, who killed... https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3170230/hong-kong-swimming-legend-robyn-lamsam-and-deaf-son-raise-hk180000?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3170230/hong-kong-swimming-legend-robyn-lamsam-and-deaf-son-raise-hk180000?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 13 Mar 2022 03:30:21 +0000 Having grown tired of the monotony of Covid-19 travel restrictions, a group of six Hong Kong-based Britons and one Australian set out to climb the city’s 50 highest peaks for charity at the turn of 2022. They were under no illusions as to the challenge facing them. But somehow, it was even harder than they anticipated, with the group twice driven from the mountains by brutal weather. “There were a couple of hikes where you take in 10 peaks each. That’s 20 peaks done, so it can’t be that hard, we... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3169736/group-hikers-their-50s-and-60s-conquer-hong-kongs-50-highest?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3169736/group-hikers-their-50s-and-60s-conquer-hong-kongs-50-highest?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 09 Mar 2022 02:15:13 +0000 Two young sisters are hiking 144 kilometres in stages to raise money for ImpactHK, a charity that supports homeless people in Hong Kong. Winnie and Josie Wheeler, six and four years old respectively, are completing the 44km Hong Kong Trail and the 100km MacLehose Trail over a series of weekend hikes, and have just two stages left. “Doing it with my sister Josie and helping the homeless people has been the best bit,” Winnie said. “My favourite walk was stage two of the MacLehose Trail. We camped... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3168253/toddlers-hiking-hong-kong-and-maclehose-trails-raise-money?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3168253/toddlers-hiking-hong-kong-and-maclehose-trails-raise-money?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 25 Feb 2022 01:15:24 +0000 Dragon’s Back the introduction to hiking for many a Hongkonger, but whether this is your first or last hike it is rewarding and appropriate for all levels of fitness. Getting there The start is well connected to the city by public transport. Take the MTR to Shau Kei Wan Station on the Island line. Head out of exit A1 into the bus and taxi park. Get on the 9 Bus. At weekends and public holidays there can be a long queue for the bus, so get their early or be prepared to be patient. You can also... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3167165/how-hike-dragons-back-guide-hong-kong-islands-iconic-ridge?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3167165/how-hike-dragons-back-guide-hong-kong-islands-iconic-ridge?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 16 Feb 2022 00:15:24 +0000 Athlete’s foot is a common fungal infection that typically appears between the toes. The skin can be white or red, and often it peels away. The sensation can be hot or itchiness. It can be very unpleasant. It is common among runners. If the conditions allow, the fungus can flourish, causing the uncomfortable symptoms. Those conditions are if it’s moist and warm, much like a foot gets in a shoe and sock, during and after running. If you are experiencing athlete’s food, you can get... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3166617/treating-and-preventing-athletes-foot-runners-it-red-or-white?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3166617/treating-and-preventing-athletes-foot-runners-it-red-or-white?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 11 Feb 2022 07:15:14 +0000 Hiking in Hong Kong is spectacular, and that is no more true than up the region’s highest peak. But the highest peak and the highest point you can reach are different. Tai Mo Shan stands at 957m, but has an observatory on the top. So you can hike to about 920m. Lantau Peak is 934m, and you can stand right on its summit. Both are excellent hikes with a range of routes up for different fitness levels and experiences. Here are the two conventional paths up both. Tai Mo Shan The typical route up Tai... https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3166616/tai-mo-shan-or-lantau-peak-hong-kongs-tallest-mountain-how-do-i?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3166616/tai-mo-shan-or-lantau-peak-hong-kongs-tallest-mountain-how-do-i?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 11 Feb 2022 04:15:08 +0000 Swiss runner Salomon Wettstein and Hong Kong-born Japanese Hanah Fjelddahl took top honours in the men’s and women’s races for the Lantau 50, which was held for the first time since 2019. Wettstein completed Sunday’s event – also known as the “ultra sky marathon” – in six hours, 46 minutes and 23 seconds, beating out the challenges of Hong Kong’s Wong Wai-hung (7:01:18) and France’s JB Martenet (7:03:52), with Australia’s Henri Lehkonen (7:09:41) and Wong Kwok-wai (Hong Kong, 7:18:08) fourth and... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/trail-running/article/3158618/lantau-50-salomon-wettstein-and-hanah-fjelddahl-take?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/trail-running/article/3158618/lantau-50-salomon-wettstein-and-hanah-fjelddahl-take?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 06 Dec 2021 07:38:10 +0000 Sam Ng wakes up at 6am every Saturday to meet his friends and go hiking in Hong Kong. It is a big change from before the coronavirus pandemic, when weekends meant going out mainly to eat and drink. The 34-year-old, who works in a private bank, says he was surprised to discover how much he enjoyed spending time in nature after accompanying friends on a trek in September. “It has added some spice to my life,” he says with a laugh. He is part of the big crowd who have taken to the trails through... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/health-environment/article/3157469/danger-lurks-hong-kongs-hiking-hordes-discover?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/health-environment/article/3157469/danger-lurks-hong-kongs-hiking-hordes-discover?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 27 Nov 2021 00:00:24 +0000 Seeing new places is the joy of travelling. But with trips abroad still off the cards for Hongkongers, who face paying for three weeks in hotel quarantine when returning, it is wise to explore closer to home. As the rest of the world learns to live with Covid-19, console yourself in isolation by exploring Hong Kong’s brilliant backyard. There are hikes aplenty, and here are just some of the lesser-known routes to take you to new places in your home city. Robin’s Nest This hike is up on the... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3157443/hong-kong-hiking-lesser-known-trails-explore-youre-stuck-city?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3157443/hong-kong-hiking-lesser-known-trails-explore-youre-stuck-city?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 26 Nov 2021 05:00:23 +0000 Chasing records was no longer a sustainable motivation for Harry Loasby’s running career as the Hong Kong runner chalked up an impressive CV but was left wondering what why he bothered. Loasby, 25, reflected on why he runs and now manages a growing running club of talented youngsters, Buffalo Running Company. It focuses on the intrinsic values of running and teamwork, rather than the binary outcomes of speed and podiums. He hopes happy runners will make fast runners, creating a pathway for Hong... https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3154708/hong-kong-record-runner-harry-loasby-coaches-youngsters-focus?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3154708/hong-kong-record-runner-harry-loasby-coaches-youngsters-focus?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 04 Nov 2021 00:00:19 +0000 As Hong Kong enters its hottest month of the year, trail runners find themselves doing anything they can to beat the July heat. Canadian expat Anik Tremblay, who has been in Hong Kong for 10 years, has covered the city’s many trails over and over. Tremblay said running in heat requires a number of precautions including sufficient water, sunscreen, not taking on trails outside of your comfort zone, and also making use of shade during the hike. She shared five of her favourite hikes to do with... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/trail-running/article/3140173/five-shaded-hikes-do-hong-kong-during-citys-hottest?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/trail-running/article/3140173/five-shaded-hikes-do-hong-kong-during-citys-hottest?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 10 Jul 2021 02:06:38 +0000 Local race organisers Action Asia have received approval for its third event this year, however it came with an even bigger stipulation than the previous two. A half marathon race in Sai Kung, to take place June 26, has received government approval, but all racers must be fully vaccinated to enter. Distances for the race will include 13km and 21km, which encompasses both trail and road terrain. Action Asia director Michael Maddess said he had been given the green light for 500 participants, the... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3137397/action-asia-events-half-marathon-gets-government-approval-june?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3137397/action-asia-events-half-marathon-gets-government-approval-june?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 15 Jun 2021 12:02:40 +0000 It can be hard to get motivated to go hiking in Hong Kong’s summer. It is so hot and humid, slogging up the steep staircases is anything but pleasant, and can even be dangerous with the threat of heatstroke. But there are flat hikes, with undulating, small hills that have great views and end in stunning locations for you to enjoy while you wait for the balmy temperatures of Autumn to return. Mui Wo to Pui O – 6km Get the ferry from Central Pier 6 to Mui Wo. Turn left out of the ferry and follow... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3136366/flat-hikes-do-summer-hong-kong-get-outdoors-heat-without-steep?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3136366/flat-hikes-do-summer-hong-kong-get-outdoors-heat-without-steep?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 08 Jun 2021 00:00:07 +0000 There is not a challenge on this planet too great for Zhang Hong, who became the first Asian person who is blind to scale Mount Everest on Monday. The 46-year-old Chongqing native from southwest China, who is the third visually impaired mountaineer to complete the 8,849 metre-high Himalayan feat, described the feeling of euphoria after reaching the world’s highest summit. “Though I’m blind, I’ve always felt I could face any challenge in my life,” Zhang said upon returning to base camp alongside... https://www.scmp.com/sport/china/article/3135031/meet-zhang-hong-first-blind-asian-mountaineer-successfully-climb-mount?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/china/article/3135031/meet-zhang-hong-first-blind-asian-mountaineer-successfully-climb-mount?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 27 May 2021 06:49:42 +0000 The heat of Hong Kong is back, but you do not have to suffer. There are plenty of hikes you can take that end near cool refreshing water that is ideal for a swim. Sunset Peak – 10km Hong Kong’s third highest mountain is a tough hike. Start in Mui Wo, turn left at the round about and keep walking along the pavement until you get to a wooden arch declaring the entrance to Lantau Country Park. Across the flat grassy space, the stairs begin to climb through the woods. Keep climbing until the plateau... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3134486/hong-kong-hikes-finish-where-you-can-swim-beaches-and-rivers?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3134486/hong-kong-hikes-finish-where-you-can-swim-beaches-and-rivers?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 23 May 2021 01:00:22 +0000 Tai Long Wan is a stunning bay in Sai Kung with three incredible beaches – Ham Tin, Tai Wan and Sai Wan. Part of their appeal is their seclusion, which can make hiking there tough, especially if you want to add on Sharp Peak. But there are boat services you can use, which speed past the dramatic protected Unesco geopark, with its towering hexagonal basalt cliffs. It is worth the trip alone. The Boat You can get the boat at Sai Kung Pier, just down to the right of the main pier. The boats do not... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3134068/how-get-boat-tai-long-wan-sai-kungs-beautiful-beaches-phone?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3134068/how-get-boat-tai-long-wan-sai-kungs-beautiful-beaches-phone?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 20 May 2021 00:00:13 +0000 A Sherpa guide died on Mount Everest on Tuesday after he fell into a crevasse, a Nepal official said, taking the death toll on the world’s highest peak this climbing season to three. Pemba Tashi Sherpa was descending from Camp 2 to Camp 1 when he plunged into the deep opening, a government official at Everest base camp, Gyanendra Shrestha, said. “His body was pulled out and attempts are being made to bring him down,” Shrestha said. The incident follows the deaths of two foreign climbers last... https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3134003/sherpa-guide-killed-mount-everest-brings-seasonal-death-toll?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/outdoor/hiking/article/3134003/sherpa-guide-killed-mount-everest-brings-seasonal-death-toll?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 19 May 2021 03:51:09 +0000 Hong Kong was merely considered a pilot scheme for Decathlon, but four years later it finds itself opening branches six and seven, with an eighth already in the works. The French sports retailer is not the first to head north, its decentralisation driven primarily by the Island’s notoriously high rents. Sha Tin district, and much of New Territories, has also conveniently seen a rise in demand for health and wellness. Ahead of the opening of its Sha Tin store in New Town Plaza’s Phase III last... https://www.scmp.com/business/investor-relations/stock-quote-profile/article/3132153/decathlon-hong-kong-sets-sights?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/investor-relations/stock-quote-profile/article/3132153/decathlon-hong-kong-sets-sights?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 04 May 2021 04:20:39 +0000 It can be enjoyable to hike up and over hills, but there may be times when you prefer to start from somewhere that is already well above sea level – particularly once the summer heat has arrived. Somewhere, for example, like Ngong Ping, an upland basin on Lantau Island. Ngong Ping can be reached on one of Hong Kong’s most scenic bus rides, from either Mui Wo (bus No 2) or Tung Chung (bus No 23), both of which deliver views of hillsides, shorelines and Lantau Peak soaring above the Shek Pik... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/travel-leisure/article/3131782/hikes-around-lantau-peak-ngong-ping-plateau-home-hong?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/travel-leisure/article/3131782/hikes-around-lantau-peak-ngong-ping-plateau-home-hong?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 02 May 2021 04:15:11 +0000