Hiking Group - Hong Kong

Meeting Point: Fanling MTR Station, Exit C (We will take minibus together)
Hike Start Point: Luk Keng (Nam Chung) Minibus Terminus (56K)
Hike End Point: Tai Mei Tuk Bus Terminus
Hike Time: ~1:00 PM to ~5:30 PM

Wilson Trail Section 10 (Reverse Hike) - An Afternoon Forest & Reservoir Walk

Join us for a relaxed afternoon completing the final section of the Wilson Trail! We'll hike it in reverse, starting from the serene village of Nam Chung and winding through quiet forests and past forgotten hamlets on our way to the iconic Plover Cove Reservoir at Tai Mei Tuk. It's the perfect escape for a peaceful, scenic walk as the day winds down.

Who should sign up?
This is a slow/moderate paced leisure hike perfect for beginners and those looking for a tranquil, nature-focused walk. It is not suitable for fast hikers as we will maintain a relaxed pace with breaks. The trail is well-defined, mostly shaded, and offers a "quiet walk with nature" experience.

DO:
✔ Be on time at Fanling MTR, Exit C. We will wait a maximum of 10 minutes after the meeting time to catch the minibus together.
✔ Wear good, comfortable walking or hiking shoes.
✔ Bring at least 1.5 liters of water and some snacks.
✔ Bring sun protection (hat, sunblock) and rain gear just in case.
✔ Consider a light layer for the evening breeze near the reservoir.
✔ Have lunch before the hike or bring it to eat at the meeting point.

Toilets/Supplies:

• Start: Luk Keng Village near the minibus terminus.
• End: Public toilets and numerous shops/cafes at Tai Mei Tuk Bus Terminus.

Hike Description:
We will meet at Fanling MTR Station, Exit C and take green minibus 56K to the Luk Keng Terminus at Nam Chung. The hike follows Wilson Trail Section 10 in reverse. We begin on a paved road before entering peaceful, shaded woodland paths. The trail is well-maintained but note there is little to no cell signal for most of the route. We'll pass streams, abandoned village houses, and quiet forest sections—a true escape. The trail then merges with the Pat Sin Leng Nature Trail for our final descent, offering beautiful late-afternoon views of Plover Cove Reservoir, before finishing at Tai Mei Tuk. Total time on trail is approximately 4-4.5 hours at a leisurely pace.

Transport:

• To Start: Meet at Fanling MTR Station, Exit C. Together, we will take Green Minibus 56K to the final stop at Luk Keng (Nam Chung).
• From Finish: At Tai Mei Tuk, we will take Bus 75K or 275R to Tai Po Market MTR Station.

PADS Rating:

• Pace: 2.0 (Regular hiking at a comfortable pace with regular breaks).
• Ascent: 3.6 (650m)
• Distance: 3.0 (11.2km)
• Surface: 2.0 (Well-defined trails but with significant rocky bits and unevenness).
• Overall Rating: 2.7
• Difficulty Level: MODERATE (falls within the 2.3 to 3.0 range).

Please keep an eye on weather conditions. If the weather is deemed too bad to proceed, the event will be cancelled. A decision will be made 2 hours prior to the meeting time.

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