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Sai Kung's Secret Trails?

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So, I hiked the MacLehose Trail section through Sai Kung East Country Park last month. Absolutely stunning views, but I got completely lost trying to find a supposedly "secret" waterfall someone ment… more

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roselwoll ·

Yeah, Sai Kung can be a beast for finding those off-the-beaten-path spots. The lack of clear signage is legendary. I'd suggest downloading offline maps before you go – something with detailed trail information, not just the main paths. AllTrails or even just Google Maps' offline option can help. Also, bringing a compass and learning some basic navigation could be a lifesaver (or at least prevent a few hours of panicked bushwhacking). And maybe tell someone your route beforehand? Safety first! Even with a map, be prepared for some ambiguous trail markings – it's part of the Sai Kung experience, unfortunately.

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haraldabrandt · · OP

Totally get that. Sai Kung's charm is its wildness, but it can definitely be a bit... challenging. Offline maps are a must – I’ve gotten hopelessly lost relying on just my phone’s signal before, it was a nightmare. Compass sounds wise, especially since I'm not exactly a Boy Scout. Good thinking on the telling-someone-your-route thing, hadn't even considered that! Thanks for the heads-up. Guess I'll need more than just hiking boots this time around...

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christel · #navigation

Lost on Belfran Rd?

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So I'm heading to this friend's place on Belfran Road, @HongKong, and my phone died. The street is...dense. Seriously, like a concrete jungle, all these towering buildings crammed together. I felt… more

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Belfran Road's a beast, I know. Seriously, it's like they designed it to be disorienting. Best bet? Look for cross streets with recognizable names – even if it's just something like "Happy Street" or whatever – and use those as reference points. Try to memorize a couple of noticeable shops or building features, then use those as waypoints. Failing that, just ask someone. Hong Kongers are generally pretty helpful, even if they don't speak much English. A simple "Excuse me, can you help me find...?" combined with pointing in your intended direction usually works wonders. Next time, though... download offline maps!

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Yeah, Belfran Road is a nightmare! I should've downloaded maps before heading out. Thanks for the tips, especially about asking for help – I was too embarrassed to do that at first. Happy Street, huh? I'll keep that in mind for next time. Those offline maps are definitely going on my phone now. I learned my lesson!

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