Dragons Back Hike(Hong Kong Trail Section 8)
Made by Martin Alfred Alban Alex
Made by Martin Alfred Alban Alex
A little brief about the Hike
The dragon's back hike is a hiking trail located at Shek O country park ,Hong Kong.It is called dragon's back because the ridge of the mountain goes up and down just like a dragon's back.The dragon's back is a famous hiking trail in Hong Kong ,it was given the title of one of the best hiking trails in the world in 2004 by the Time Magazine but not a lot of people knows about it.The Hike Starts and Shek O road and ends at Big Wave Bay Beach.
It is quite convenient to get to the start of the hike.You can take a public bus or a minibus from Shau Kei Wan ,it takes only 15 minutes to get to the start.To get to Shau Kei Wan you can just take the MTR.After the hike you can take the same bus back to Shau Kei Wan.
The Hike is fairly easy and suitable for all kinds of people.It will take at least 2 hours but no more than 3 hours to finish the hike.We think that this hike is truly amazing ,it's like the back garden of Hong Kong.It is a great place to go and enjoy the nature of Hong Kong
It is quite convenient to get to the start of the hike.You can take a public bus or a minibus from Shau Kei Wan ,it takes only 15 minutes to get to the start.To get to Shau Kei Wan you can just take the MTR.After the hike you can take the same bus back to Shau Kei Wan.
The Hike is fairly easy and suitable for all kinds of people.It will take at least 2 hours but no more than 3 hours to finish the hike.We think that this hike is truly amazing ,it's like the back garden of Hong Kong.It is a great place to go and enjoy the nature of Hong Kong
WHAT TO DO AND WHAT TO SEE
There's a lot to see along the hike.You can see the Tai tam reservoir to the west, the big wave bay village and the sea to the south and you can see the city to the north.It is not a very challenging hike so you can just relax and talk to your friends during the hike.
After the hike you can relax on the beach and get some rest before going back to the city.
After the hike you can relax on the beach and get some rest before going back to the city.
FUN STUFF TO DO
Picture of Nature
All you need for this is a camera or a phone.All you have to do is take pictures of plants along the hike and choose your favourite picture and show it to your group.In the end everyone will have a vote and see who's got the best picture in the group.
I spy with my little eye
All you need is your eye and your friend.You need to describe the object that you see so that your friend can guess it.It is a great game just to spend some time on the hike and look at the nature around you.I
NATURE
The nature along the hike is amazing.There are all kinds of plants ,it feels good to stay away from the noisy city and coming to the country parks to breath in the fresh air and look at the nature.That is why we choose this place for our trip.
Top Right:Black Kite Eagle
It is a common bird in Hong Kong.It is one of the most numerous raptors in the world.They eat almost everything:lizards,birds,small mammals and insects.They usually form flocks and fly around.
Top Right:Black Kite Eagle
It is a common bird in Hong Kong.It is one of the most numerous raptors in the world.They eat almost everything:lizards,birds,small mammals and insects.They usually form flocks and fly around.
TIPS
Always remember to bring some water and some refreshments along with the hike,it is good to eat some snacks to regain some energy.Sometimes the queue for the bus is quite long so maybe getting to there earlier is a smart decision .Don't run on the hike as the trails are quite narrow and try not to get too close to the edge.It might get quite cold on the top so we would recommend you to bring a jacket with you.Most importantly,have FUN!
EQUIPMENT
At least 1 liter of water(there will be no tuck shops on the way
Cell phone/camera
Some snacks
small amount of money
A jacket
Cell phone/camera
Some snacks
small amount of money
A jacket
RISK
HAZARD |
RISKS |
CONTROL MEASURE |
EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN |
Narrow trails |
Falling off a cliff |
walk slow and in a single file |
Make sure that you have told your parents where you are going and contact them if anything happens |
Loose rocks on the trail |
injuring your ankle |
watch where your foot is stepping |
Rest your ankle and see if it gets better.After you think you can walk,try not to put too much weight on that foot. |