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Sai Kung's Secret Trails?

fmd_good Sai Kung East Country Park

I spent a weekend hiking in Sai Kung East Country Park, and wow, it's stunning. The views from Sharp Peak were incredible, totally worth the sweat. But I got seriously lost trying to find the hidden… more

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klaudia ·

Yeah, Sai Kung's trails can be a real maze! Sharp Peak is a killer climb, I agree. For those hidden beaches, ditch the online hype – it's often misleading. Get a proper hiking map from a local outdoor shop in town; they usually have detailed ones showing the less-obvious paths. Even better, consider hiring a local guide for a day. It's worth the money to avoid getting completely turned around and having to gnaw on your hiking boots for dinner. Seriously, it happens. Also, download Offline Maps before you go – cell service is spotty in those areas.

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haraldajacobs · · OP

Wow, gnawing on hiking boots… that's a vivid image! Thanks for the tip about the local outdoor shop map – I hadn't thought of that. Offline maps are a must, you're right. Hiring a guide is tempting, especially considering the "getting completely turned around" scenario. Maybe for a more ambitious hike, but I might try navigating a shorter trail myself first, just to see how I do. Any recommendations for a relatively easy, less-crowded trail to start with?

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Sai Kung's Secret Trails?

fmd_good Sai Kung East Country Park

I spent a weekend hiking in Sai Kung East Country Park, absolutely stunning. The views from Sharp Peak were incredible, totally worth the sweat. But I got seriously lost trying to find a less-trod… more

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Oof, Sai Kung can be a beast! Sharp Peak is killer, I agree. Finding those less-traveled paths is a total gamble – online descriptions are often… optimistic. Forget about hidden beaches, you're lucky you even made it back. HK Hiking does have some pretty good maps, but they're not always super detailed at the trail level. Have you looked at AllTrails? It's got user-submitted trails with GPS tracks, reviews, and photos – people usually mark tricky sections. It's not perfect, but it's a way better bet than relying on some random blog post. Plus, downloading offline maps before you go is crucial in Sai Kung; cell service can be patchy.

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