If you research the topic, very quickly you’ll find this list:
MacLehose Trail (100km)
Lantau Trail (70km)
Hong Kong Trail (50km)
Wilson Trail (78km)
Some actually do those long trails end-to-end with backpacks. Staying at hostels or tenting (free).
But I’d recommend day hiking Hong Kong, cherry picking the best sections. It’s terrifically convenient to take public transport to and from trailheads.
In November — prime hiking season — special hiking events are scheduled. For example, FREE guided hikes are offered for tourists. (Sign up at Tourism Board Visitor Centres by Friday at 4pm.)
Without question Hong Kong is the best major city for urban hiking. Are there any other cities even close? … Leave a comment if you know of one.
A free booklet is widely available called The Inside Guide to Hikes and Walks in Hong Kong, in several different languages. It was all I used.
It recommends:
New Territories:
• MacLehose Trail – sections 1 & 2
• MacLehose Trail – section 2 (Tai Long Wan)
• Shing Mun Reservoir (TRIP) (highest section of the MacLehose Trail)
Hong Kong:
• Dragon’s Back (TRIP)
• Peak Circle Walk
Lantau Island
• Tung Chung
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The best related article I’ve found is on CNN GO – Best hiking in Hong Kong
Leave a comment if you have favourite hikes in Hong Kong I’ve not mentioned.
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