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MacLehose Trail (Section 2)

麦理浩径
Mài Lǐ Hào Jìng
OutdoorsHalf-day to full dayAlways open82/100 popularity
Beautiful aerial view of Sai Kung Peninsula's sandy beach and turquoise waters.
MacLehose Trail runs 100 km in 10 sections from Sai Kung's Pak Tam Chung trailhead (east) to Tuen Mun (west). Section 2 — the Sai Kung East coastal stretch over Sharp Peak and through Tai Long Wan beaches — is widely cited as Hong Kong's finest day hike. NatGeo Adventure ranked the whole trail among the world's top 20. Free; signposted; route info at HKTB Country Parks page. Most foreigners do Sai Kung village → minibus 29R or 7 to Pak Tam Chung → walk to Long Ke Wan beach (3-4h easy) or full Section 2 to Tai Long Wan (6-8h, harder). No camping permit needed at designated grounds. Bring water + reef shoes — multiple stream crossings.
Address
Pak Tam Chung trailhead, Sai Kung
西贡麦理浩径 1 段起点（北潭涌）

Highlights

  • Section 2: Sai Kung EastTai Long Wan beaches + Sharp Peak — the iconic stage
  • 100 km in 10 stagesAnnual Oxfam Trailwalker race route
  • World-class hikeNatGeo top-20 dream trails

For foreign visitors

  • English service: english tour
  • Cards accepted: visa, master
  • Booking / entry: not needed
  • Best time: Oct-Apr, clear mornings
  • Wi-Fi: none
  • Transit access: need taxi

Photos

a beach and mountains
Explore the natural beauty of Sai Wan Campsite with this wooden sign amidst lush greenery.
people walking on pathway near sea during daytime
A tranquil beach scene with turquoise waters and people enjoying the sandy shore.
A hiker explores a rocky coastline.
Peaceful summer day at a serene beach with swimmers enjoying the waves.
a scenic view of a city and a body of water
Casual scene of a woman standing at Sai Kung Pier in Hong Kong, enjoying the summer day.
a view of a body of water from a hill
A serene view of Sai Kung's tranquil waters with lush greenery and clear blue skies.
a view of a mountain with a path going up it
Calm sea with silhouetted mountains in Sai Kung, offering a tranquil scenic view.
Victoria Peak on a hill by a body of water
Tranquil sunset view of Sai Kung Pier in Hong Kong with boats and colorful sky.

What travelers say (3 reviews)

TrailRunnerHK·TripAdvisor·5/5

Section 2 is world-class. Sai Wan beach lookout is unreal. Bring 2L water and reef shoes for stream crossings. Total 6 hours from Pak Tam Chung.

2026-04-12
HikingHongKong·YouTube·5/5

100km in 10 sections. Section 8 (Tai Mo Shan peak) is the steepest. Do as day hikes — no need to camp. Annual Trailwalker race finishes in 24 hours.

2026-03-08
山友阿明·Xiaohongshu·5/5

麦理浩径二段最美！大浪湾沙滩、蚺蛇尖、咸田湾，香港难得的原生态海岸。建议清晨出发避开太阳。

2026-02-22

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