High Island Geo Trail - Biu Tsim Kok Section
Geo Route

Trail Summary

Length
1.5 km
Duration
1 hour
Region
Sai Kung
Overall Difficulty (2-Star Moderate)

Length (Rating 1-Star)

Duration (Rating 1-Star)

Gradient (Rating 2-Star)

Surface (Rating 2-Star)

Shading Level
(3 green leaves represent high shading level)

  • (Low)

Overall Rating (5 hearts is the highest)

(Rating 5-Heart)

To reach the Biu Tsim Kok Viewing Point from the Geopark Monument, follow the circular sightseeing trail that leads uphill around Biu Tsim Kok, a hill next to the East Dam. At the hilltop viewing point, you can enjoy the stunning views of the whole site of the ancient caldera, spanning the Ung Kong Group and Ninepin Group, as well as the picturesque High Island Reservoir and Long Ke Wan.

The Ung Kong Group and Ninepin Group are core distribution zones of hexagonal rock columns in Hong Kong. The shores are rimmed with precipitous cliffs and rock columns which are well exposed with their distinct hexagonal form, forming a wide range of coastal erosion landforms and breathtaking vistas.

Long Ke Wan is on the left of Biu Tsim Kok Viewing Point and is renowned for its beach with clear water and fine sand. The original rock formations in the area were relatively fragile and prone to weathering. Wind and stream carried sand and gravel to the lowlands, where they eventually washed into the sea. On the other hand, waves continually pushed sand and gravel back to the shore, leading to the formation of sandy beaches in the inner bays of the coastline.

There is very little vegetation along the trail. Please be mindful of sun protection and weather conditions while hiking.



Transportation Information

Start Point

Take Kowloon Motor Bus (KMB) routes no. 94, 96R or 289R (96R and 289R only runs on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays) and alight at Sheung Yiu bus stop. Walk along Tai Mong Tsai Road until you reach the junction, then turn right onto Sai Kung Man Yee Road and continue towards the starting point. The distance from the bus stop to the starting point is about 9 km; or

Take Green minibus route 9A (only runs on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays) from Pak Tam Chung to the East Dam of High Island Reservoir.


End Point

Walk about 9 km along Sai Kung Man Yee Road and Tai Mong Tsai Road to Sheung Yiu bus stop. Take KMB routes no. 94, 96R or 289R (96R and 289R only runs on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays); or

Take Green minibus route 9A (only runs on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays) from the East Dam of High Island Reservoir to Pak Tam Chung, followed by public transportation.

The transportation information provided in this website is for reference only. Please check the updated transportation information from the websites of Transport Department and relevant transport utilities before setting off.

HKeMobility web page
https://www.hkemobility.gov.hk/

Route Map

The map below shows the route and scenic spots along the hiking trail.
For details, please refer to the transportation information above and photos below.