Easy 1.8: Eagle's Nest Nature Trail & Shek Lui Pui Reservoir Hike

Easy 1.8: Eagle's Nest Nature Trail & Shek Lui Pui Reservoir Hike

Saturday, Jun 13, 2026
Meeting Time: 2:00 PM
Hike Time: ~2:15 PM to~ 5:30 PM (approx. 3-3.5 hours on trail)

Meeting Point: Shek Lui Pui Reservoir bus stop on Tai Po Road - Piper's Hill
Hike Start & End: Same location (loop hike)

Eagle's Nest & Reservoir Forest Walk – A Shaded Afternoon Escape

Join us for a peaceful afternoon exploring the wooded trails above Shek Lui Pui Reservoir. We'll follow Eagle's Nest Nature Trail, a shaded, gentle loop through mature forest with stunning views over Kowloon and Hong Kong Island, then explore the historic Shek Lui Pui Reservoir before returning to our starting point. It's a relaxing workout with rewarding city-meets-nature views – perfect for a Saturday unwind.

Special Note – Monkey Encounters: This trail passes through Kam Shan Country Park, also known as "Monkey Hill." We will almost certainly encounter wild macaques. They are generally calm but please do not feed them, avoid eye contact, and keep food/plastic bags inside your backpack.

Who should sign up?
This is a slow/moderate paced leisure hike perfect for beginners, families, and those looking for an easy nature 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 forest escape" just minutes from the city.

DO:

• ✔ Be on time at Shek Lui Pui Reservoir bus stop on Tai Po Road - Piper's Hill. We will wait a maximum of 10 minutes after meeting time.
• ✔ Wear good, comfortable walking or hiking shoes with grip (trail has uneven sections and stairs).
• ✔ Bring at least 1.5 liters of water and some snacks.
• ✔ Bring sun protection (hat, sunblock) and rain gear just in case.
• ✔ Use mosquito repellent (wooded areas can have mosquitoes).
• ✔ Have lunch before the hike – there are no food options at the meeting point.

Toilets/Supplies:

• Start: Public toilet near the start point (at Lion Rock Country Park entrance / near bus stop)
• On trail: None
• End: Same as start

Hike Description:
We will meet at Shek Lui Pui Reservoir bus stop on Tai Po Road - Piper's Hill. From there, we walk a short distance to the Lion Rock Country Park entrance and the Eagle's Nest Nature Trail archway (near MacLehose Trail Section 5 sign M115).

The 3.6km Eagle's Nest Nature Trail is a loop around "Tsim Shan" (Eagle's Nest Hill), named after the Black Kites that nest there. We'll follow the well-marked nature trail through dense, shaded woodland, passing:

• Glimpses of Kowloon Reservoir (a declared monument with a unique arched dam built in 1910)
• Native plants including Shiuying Bamboo and wild coffee plants
• Panoramic views of Kowloon Peninsula and Hong Kong Island in the distance
• Quiet forest paths with little to no cell signal

After completing the nature trail, we'll loop around Shek Lui Pui Reservoir (built 1925, Grade II historic structure) with its distinctive green waters and serene atmosphere before returning to the bus stop. Total hiking time approximately 3-3.5 hours at a leisurely pace.

Transport:

• To start: Take KMB Bus 72 (Cheung Sha Wan/Tai Wo) or 81 (Jordan/Sha Tin). Get off at "Shek Lui Pui Reservoir" bus stop on Tai Po Road.
• From Kowloon side: Cross the footbridge to the opposite side
• From New Territories side: Walk left along Piper's Hill Road
• From finish: Same bus stop – take Bus 72 or 81 back. Be sure to board on the correct side for your destination.

PADS Rating:

• Pace: 1.5 (Slow/moderate beginner pace, ~3-3.5 km/hr with breaks)
• Ascent: 1.8 (~200m elevation gain)
• Distance: 1.8 (~7.4km total)
• Surface: 2.0 (Well-defined dirt/gravel trails with some uneven sections and stairs)
• Overall Rating: 1.8
• Difficulty Level: EASY (falls within the 1.0 to 2.3 range)

Please keep an eye on weather conditions. If the weather is deemed too bad to proceed (heavy rain or T3/8 typhoon signal), the event will be cancelled. A decision will be made 2 hours prior to the meeting time.

Map / Trail Info:

• Eagle's Nest Nature Trail: Tim Hiking (https://timhiking.com/en/blog.php?d=190807)
• Official Gov Info: Enjoy Hiking (https://hiking.gov.hk/trail/info/id/N0s2OTlzeWN5NzF0bG9BTmZsTWRsZz09)
• Detailed Guide: Hong Kong Hike (https://www.hongkonghike.com/eagles-nest-nature-trail-wild-coffee-monkeys-and-views/)
• Map Route: (https://hikingtrailhk.appspot.com/w/eagles_nest_nature_trail)

🔗 Disclaimer:
By joining this hike, you agree to the following:

• All participants hike at their own risk.
• Event leaders, organizers, and participants are exempt from any liabilities or claims arising from injury, negligence, or error in judgment.
• Participation is voluntary and for social purposes only.
• The hike is self-guided; you may join or leave at your discretion.
• The host/organizer holds the final decision on all event matters.
• This activity is not associated with any church or religious organization.

Wildlife Advisory: You will encounter wild monkeys on this trail. Do not feed, touch, or make prolonged eye contact with them. Keep all food and plastic bags inside closed backpacks. Participants who ignore this advice do so at their own risk.

No Show Policy:
Participants who do not show up for three hikes will be removed from the group.

This community-led initiative welcomes everyone—whether you're an experienced hiker or new to outdoor adventures. Let's enjoy a beautiful afternoon hike together!

Sponsored by:
Lifehouse International Church (https://mylifehouse.com/hongkong/)