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Hiking Trail

Lion Rock Historical Walk

  • 7.10 km Distance
  • 608 m Ascent
  • 566 m Descent
  • 2h 26min Est. duration
  • Hard Difficulty
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Description::

Follow the historic route across Lion Rock Country Park and Sha Tin, taking in iconic landmarks, ancient pathways, and panoramic ridge-top views. The trail begins at Hung Mui Kuk, passes the famous Amah Rock and WWII relics at Kowloon Pass, before reaching the spectacular Lion Rock ridge with sweeping views over Kowloon, Victoria Harbour, and the New Territories. The route then descends via Shatin Pass and the peaceful Tsz Sha Ancient Trail, finishing at Shui Chuen O.


🥾 Distance: 7.1 km

⏱️ Duration: ~2.25 hours

Difficulty: Challenging (4/5)

⛰️ Elevation Gain: ~600m


A rewarding hike that combines Hong Kong's natural beauty, rich history, and some of the city's most iconic viewpoints.


Waypoints

Label Name
A Hung Mui Kuk
B Amah Rock
C Kowloon Pass
D Lion Rock Summit (495m)
E Shatin Pass
F Shui Chuen O
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