Dragon's Back Hike
Dragon's Back Hike — Hong Kong's finest coastal trail with sea and city views
- Time needed
- 3-4 hours
- Rating
- AA
Overview
The Dragon's Back is consistently rated Hong Kong's best urban hike. The 8.5-kilometre trail traverses the ridge of Dragon's Back hill on Hong Kong Island's southern side, offering spectacular 360-degree views of the South China Sea, the Sai Kung hills, and the Shek O coastline, before descending to Big Wave Bay beach. The trail is accessible from central Hong Kong and requires no special equipment — a genuine mountain experience within an hour of the city.
Plan your visit
Best time to visit
October-March for clear skies and comfortable temperatures. Early morning to beat the heat.
Getting there
Bus 9 from Shau Kei Wan MTR station to To Tei Wan bus stop (trailhead). Return from Big Wave Bay by taxi or bus 9 back to Shau Kei Wan.
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