2019.12.25 WED
【Hiking • 009】
Luk Chau Shan . Rock Forest . Shek Lung Tsai
鹿巢山 . 鹿巢石林 . 石壟仔
“Starting from Chevalier Garden, this hiking route kicks off with a walk along Mui Tsz Lam Road. You’ll then head onto the Shek Lung Tsai Ancient Path, eventually trekking through the spectacular Luk Chau Rock Forest before reaching Ma On Shan Village and finishing at Yiu On Bus Terminus. The entire route is approximately 11km and takes about 7 hours to complete. It offers incredible scenery and a deep dive into local history, making it perfect for nature lovers and history buffs alike. Since this is a bit of a 『marathon』 trek, make sure to pack plenty of water and 『fuel』, stay safe on the rocky terrain, and enjoy the experience!”
Chevalier Garden → Mui Tsz Lam Road → Shek Lung Tsai Ancient Path → Luk Chau Rock Forest → Ma On Shan Village → Yiu On Bus Terminus
Route Overview
Chevalier Garden → Mui Tsz Lam Road → Shek Lung Tsai Ancient Path → Luk Chau Rock Forest → Ma On Shan Village → Yiu On Bus Terminus
【Start】 Kick things off from Chevalier Garden and head along Mui Tsz Lam Road. This stretch is relatively flat—perfect for a “warm-up”—and lined with dense woods that offer plenty of fresh air. Once you reach the vicinity of Mui Tsz Lam Village, you’ll spot a water gate; turn left there to enter the Shek Lung Tsai Ancient Path. This historic trail is well-defined and heavily marked with ribbons to guide the way. It winds through the jungle and is generally in good condition for all types of hikers. You’ll encounter a few forks in the path; keep to the right to head toward the Luk Chau Rock Forest.
【Finish】 The Luk Chau Rock Forest is the largest of its kind in Hong Kong, covering an area of 0.07km2. The rocks here come in all sorts of bizarre shapes, making for a truly spectacular 『moonscape』. Before diving into the rocks, it’s highly recommended to wear gloves, as the surfaces are rough and can easily 『shred』 your skin. There isn’t a fixed path through the forest, so feel free to explore and enjoy the 『scrambling』 fun. After navigating the stones, follow the mountain trail downhill to Ma On Shan Village, an old settlement that still preserves many traditional buildings and heritage sites. Continue down Ma On Shan Village Road and you’ll soon reach the Yiu On Bus Terminus to wrap up your adventure.
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Transport Guide
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Yiu On Estate
- You can take various buses from here to other districts.
- Alternatively, walk to the nearby MTR Ma On Shan Station.

Route Breakdown
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Full Route
《Chevalier Garden → Luk Chau Rock Forest → Yiu On Bus Terminus》
1. 📍 Start: Chevalier Garden

Chevalier Garden
2. 📍 Mui Tsz Lam Road

Mui Tai Stream 《I》

Mui Tai Stream 《II》

Luk Chau Au
3. 📍 Shek Lung Tsai Ancient Trail

Luk Chau Rock Forest, Hiking Entrance
4. 📍 Shek Lung Tsai Village, Ng Ancestral Hall

Shek Lung Tsai Village, Ng Ancestral Hall
5. 📍 Luk Chau Rock Forest Entrance

Luk Chau Rock Forest Entrance
6. 📍 Luk Chau Rock Forest

Luk Chau Stone Forest (鹿巢石林)
7. 📍 Ma On Shan Mining Heritage Centre

Ma On Shan Village

Ma On Shan Mining Heritage Centre
8. 📍 Ma On Shan Village

Ma On Shan Village (馬鞍山村)
9. 📍 Ma On Shan Village Junction

Ma On Shan Village Junction
10. 📍 Ma On Shan BBQ Site

Ma On Shan • BBQ Site
11. 📍 Ma On Shan Village Road

Ma On Shan Village Road
12. 📍 Finish: Yiu On Estate, Bus Terminus


