PLA Radar Station

Hiking | challenge yourself - tai mo shan hike

If you love hiking, why not challenge yourself with a hike to Hong Kong’s highest peak Tai Mo Shan? Situated at an altitude of 957 m, the peak offers stunning views from the Tai Mo Shan Weather Radar Station, and is also home to the People’s Liberation Army Radar Station.

Distance: Approx. 8 km

Difficulty: Medium

Route: Tai Wo > Kam Shan Rd > Shek Lin Rd > Lin Au > Chau Ma Kong > Sze Fong Shan > Tai Mo Shan > Tsuen Kam Au

Note: The route is hilly and there are no facilities until the Tai Mo Shan Visitor Centre.

Chau Ma Kong to Tai Mo Shan

Starting point of tai mo shan route: tai wo to chau ma kong

Start from Tai Wo and walk along Kam Shan Road, passing by Pun Chun Yuen. When you reach Shek Lin Road, continue straight and pass through Lin Au village until you see a sign for the Wilson Trail towards Chau Ma Kong. The uphill path is quite narrow and passes through the forest. The path is also surrounded by thick vegetation, so basic hiking gear is essential (e.g. long trousers, long sleeve top, gloves and trekking poles). After walking for just over 2 hours, you will reach the peak of Chau Ma Kong (588 m).

Sze Fong Shan

Middle path of tai mo shan route: chau ma kong (via sze fong shan)

After Chau Ma Kong, the path continues through the forest towards Sze Fong Shan. This part of the hike is 4 km, but due to the rugged terrain and hilly path that ascends to an altitude of 957 m at Tai Mo Shan, don’t forget to control your pace and take plenty of breaks. The path towards Sze Fong Shan passes through a bamboo forest and ascends to a group of large rocks, from where you can enjoy a stunning view towards Tai Mo Shan.

Tai Mo Shan PLA Radar Station

Final section of tai mo shan route: pla radar station

After reaching Sze Fong Shan, the path descends to Sze Fong Shan Pavilion. From here, a concrete path ascends towards the PLA Radar Station. After passing the stone wall and barbed wire on your approach to the radar station on the top of Tai Mo Shan, you will see 6 Chinese characters on the top of the building, which means “Listen to the party and follow the party”. After reaching the peak, you can descend via the narrow road, which is famous for its many twists and turns. When you reach Rotary Park, follow the road for 5 minutes and take bus no. 51 towards Tsuen Wan to end this route.

MEN'S 3-IN-1 TRAVEL TREKKING JACKET - TRAVEL 100 - BLUE

Since that Tai Mo Shan is the highest peak in Hong Kong, in autumn or winter reason, do not attempt to hike to the summit without proper warm clothing. We recommend Decathlon’s warm jacket for fast hiking FH 900 hybrid, which weighs just 300g, that keeps you comfortable down to 5°C.

More 2022 year of the tiger routes are here...

HIKING|HOW TO CHOOSE HIKING SOCKS?

HIKING|HOW TO CHOOSE HIKING SOCKS AND SHOES?

How to choose a pair of hiking socks and shoes for a comfortable trek? Don't miss the tips on how to tie your hiking boots too.

HIKING | HOW TO CLEAN, WASH AND STORE BACKPACKS?

HIKING | HOW TO CLEAN, WASH AND STORE BACKPACKS?

Check out our tips of how to clean, wash and store backpacks, and restore the waterproofing of your backpack without damaging it with the Quechua advice!

HIKING | SUN PROTECTION TIPS FOR HIKING

HIKING | SUN PROTECTION TIPS FOR HIKING

Don’t forget your sun protection routine for hiking. Check out our sun protection tips for hiking and get yourself covered.