shing mun reservoir

Shing Mun outings

Though Shing Mun Reservoir is close to a densely packed residential district northwest of Kowloon, just a few minutes’ walk leads you well away from the city, and soon you are in a deep forested valley, with the reservoir beside you, streams tumbling down from the surrounding peaks. There are many birds here, more readily heard than seen, and troupes of macaques; as so often in Hong Kong, there’s a choice of trails, allowing for short strolls and long hikes.

Submitted by DocMartin on 19 August 2005 - 10:41am

Shing Mun resources

Shing Mun Reservoir 

Info from Hong Kong's Great Outdoors

A sizeable reservoir in a deep valley; near the city yet with trails leading to tranquil areas amidst woodland and hills. The Pineapple Dam Nature Trail heads along the west shore of the reservoir to a forested basin. Follow the service road towards Leadmine Pass, and you can visit Shing Mun Arboretum, with native plants including camellias.

From Tsuen Wan, take minibus 82 from Shiu Wo Street (near MTR station), or red taxi.

Submitted by DocMartin on 18 August 2005 - 11:08am
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