Recommended Cycling Trails - Harbor Ride
SHA TIN TO TAI MEI TUK
A scenic ride along Tolo Harbour - This is one of the best-known cycling routes in Hong Kong. From Sha Tin Park, speed up on the comfortable track along Shing Mun River, and continue along the coastline of Tolo Harbour until you reach the majestic dam at Tai Mei Tuk. Take your time and soak up the beautiful scenery along the way.
Shing Mun River
Originally a cove, Shing Mun River was converted into a straight river channel for the development of Sha Tin as a suburb in the 1970s. Running mainly through residential areas, the river’s outlet is now at Tolo Harbour. Both banks of the river are recreational zones with jogging trails and cycling tracks. Exciting dragon boat races happen here during the Dragon Boat Festival. The section is straight-forward — just ride on and enjoy the breeze!
Hong Kong Science Park
This cluster of state-of-the-art architecture is the research and business base for Hong Kong’s science and technology industries. In addition to offices and conference and exhibition venues, there are a number of food and beverage outlets, beautifully landscaped piazzas, and a manmade lake within the park.
Pak Shek Kok Promenade
This waterfront promenade features a comfortable cycling trail connecting Sha Tin and Ma Liu Shui, a number of public seating areas, and viewing platforms for the panorama of Tolo Harbour. From this popular cycling track, you can also take in the mountain vista of Ma On Shan (a hill named after its saddle-shaped peak) on the opposite coast.
Tolo Harbour Cycling Track
One of the most popular cycling tracks in Hong Kong with lovely scenery. Glide along and enjoy open vistas of the impressive Pat Sin Leng (literally ‘Ridge of the Eight Immortals’) on the other side of the harbour.
Tai Po Waterfront Park
Upon leaving the coastal track you’ll enter the town of Tai Po. You can return your bike here, or make a detour along Lam Tsuen River to explore the local wet markets in Tai Po and the Railway Museum.
Tai Mei Tuk
Alternatively, ride on for another eight kilometres to reach the foot of Pat Sin Leng, where you can relax at the cafés in the idyllic seaside village by the bay or on the huge dam of Plover Cove Reservoir.
Eat local — for a refreshing summer treat, try a bowl of tofu pudding or herbal jelly at the store next to the Tai Mei Tuk jetty. |