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6 Accessible city hikes on Hong Kong Island
Autumn is here and the weather is now infinitely more suitable for traipsing around outdoors than during our sultry summers, but the idea of commuting all the way to somewhere rural for a hike – not to mention the journey back home – can be off-putting. If you’re anything like us and often find it hard to even crawl out of bed on the weekends, we’ve got just what you need. Here’s a list of accessible city hikes scattered around the hilly side of Hong Kong Island. RECOMMENDED: Want to check off some of Hong Kong’s must-hikes, we’ve outlined our favourites with tips and directions to help you on your way.
6 Accessible city hikes in Kowloon
The weather has been perfect recently, cool enough to be crisp yet warm enough to not wear outerwear if you don’t want to. Of course, this heralds the season for hiking. The beauty of living in Hong Kong is that even in our sprawling metropolis, we are never very far removed from nature. Nestled along the foot of Lion Rock, Kam Shan, and Kowloon Peak, there are trails aplenty in Kowloon. Here are some hikes that you can reach easily from the heart of the city. RECOMMENDED: Rarely on Kowloon side? Here’s our guide to accessible city hikes on Hong Kong island instead.