February 2nd: Hok Tau Reservoir to Lau Shui Heung Reservoir

The Fridayhikers are a group of friends who go hiking for leisure. Depending on the weather and road conditions, the hiking route may be subject to change without prior notice. Participants joining the hikes do so at their own will and at their own risk. They may consider buying their own insurance for better protection. The hike leaders, the organizers and any other participants in the hikes are exonerated from any liabilities and claims as a result of any accidents or losses arising.

Dear Fridayhikers,



This route is a combination of the Hok Tau Reservoir Family Walk and the Lau Shui Heung Country Trail.  Start at the end of Hok Tau Road, walk up the road (washroom on the way), and take the Hok Tau Reservoir Family Walk , go around  Hok Tau Reservoir, take a clockwise direction around Hok Tau Reservoir, then go towards Shek Au Shan 石坳山, (this is part of Wilson Trail). This Wilson Trail overlaps with the Lau Shui Heung Coutry Trail.   At C2204, they  go separate ways.  Stay on Lau Shui Heung Country Trail (turning right) then go towards Kat Tsai Shan Au 桔仔山坳, and this trail will bring you to Lau Shui Heung Reservoir.  You can go into the reservoir to take a look if there is time.  At the reservoir, walk down to the intersection of lau Shui Heung road and Hok Tau Road to take the minibus out to Fanling Station.   (The minibus leaves Hok Tau on the hour and half hour. ) The walk is about 3+  hours.

Meeting time:  9:30 am  Please queue early.   Minibuses run every 15 to 20 minutes.   

Meeting place:  Minibus 52B to Hok Tau Reservoir at Fanling Rail Station  (Please take the minibus all the way to the Hok Tau Village, as far as it will go.  Do not get off at the BBQ area or the start of the Country Trail ).

Please note the telephone number for Fanling minibus 2673 3626 if needed.


Please bring snacks for keeping warm, plenty of water, sunshade, raingear.  I don't remember if there are many steps but for those who wish to protect their knees, it is always prudent to bring a walking stick and  knee guard.


Hikers who live on HK island:  train journey from Admiralty to Fanling is about 50+ minutes.  Please estimate your travelling time.



Belinda