🪁 【Lung Ha Wan Kite Flying Area（龍蝦灣 風箏場）】 is an immensely popular spot for kite flying in Hong Kong, located at Lung Ha Wan on the Clear Water Bay Peninsula in the Sai Kung District. The site features an expansive grassy lawn facing the boundless Pacific Ocean, blessed with strong and steady coastal breezes that draw numerous families and kite enthusiasts every holiday. Additionally, it is a renowned destination for stargazing and catching spectacular sunrises. —
📌 Basic Info
Item Details 📍 Location Name Lung Ha Wan Kite Flying Area 🌍 District / Region Above Tai Hang Hau, Lung Ha Wan, Clear Water Bay Peninsula, Sai Kung District, New Territories 🗺 Geographical Features Kite Flying Site / Meadow / Viewing Deck 📸 Scenic Highlights Vast emerald grassy lawns, 180-degree unobstructed ocean views, strong wind currents, and an exceptionally open horizon 🚶♂️ Hiking Route Walk along Lung Ha Wan Road (龍蝦灣路) or drive directly to the destination.
📏 Route Length Depends on the chosen starting point.
⏱ Estimated Time Approx. 2-3 hours (for kite flying, picnicking, and photography) ⛰ Elevation Elevation approx. 60 meters 💪 Difficulty Rating ⭐ (Flat grassy terrain, directly accessible by walking along the paved road or driving; extremely low difficulty) 🌊 Tidal Influence No influence (strictly open grassy lawns and hilltop high ground viewpoint visits). 🧭 Navigation Simply walk along Lung Ha Wan Road from Tai Au Mun all the way to the end; zero risk of losing your way. 🏕 Supply Points Public toilets and pressurized water dispensers are available next to the kite flying site, but there are no food stalls. Bringing your own food and sufficient water is advised. 🚐 Transportation A small public parking lot is situated next to the site, but parking spaces are extremely tight on holidays; taking a taxi or walking is highly recommended. —
🌄 Scenery & Experience
A wide stretch of green grassland, perfect for lying down to watch the clouds, enjoying a picnic, or simply relaxing. It is also an excellent spot for kite flying.
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🔍 Tips & Important Notes
- 🧴 Sun Protection & Hydration：Minimal shade at the kite field; bring your own sunblock and ample drinking water.
- 🧺 Eco-friendly Outing：Bring your own garbage bags and take your trash away with you.
- 🐾 Pet Friendly：Pets are welcome; please keep them on a leash and clean up their waste.
- 🪁 Kite Safety：Avoid using metallic strings or oversized kites; keep a safe distance from others.
- 🌕 Nighttime Activities：Bring a headlamp for stargazing; pay attention to safety and mosquito prevention.
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🪨 Year of Discovery
- 📜 Year of Discovery: 1978, discovered by Mr. Chan Yat-fong
- 🧭 Location: Near the kite flying site, accessible by walking down the steps
- 🏛️ Status: Listed as a Hong Kong Declared Monument in 1983
- 📐 Features: Clear geometric patterns; some interpret them as bird and animal figures, while some scholars attribute them to natural erosion
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🍱 Recommended Activities
- 🪁 Kite Flying
- 🥪 Picnic
- 📸 Photography / Instagram Checks
- 🥾 Hiking
- 🌅 Watching Sunrise
- 🐾 Dog Walking
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🚻 Facilities & Supplies
Facilities Quantity / Condition Kite Field Large flat grassy lawn Public Toilets Located next to the kite flying ground (standard washroom facilities).
Water Dispenser Equipped with green pressurized water fountain —
🌿 Suggested Extensions
- Tai Ling Tung Summit Scramble Overlooking Port Shelter ：A well-defined hiking trail (Lung Ha Wan Country Trail) leads upwards from the side of the kite flying site to the summit of Tai Ling Tung (291 meters elevation). The peak commands a staggering 360-degree birds-eye panorama over Port Shelter (Ngau Mei Hoi), Sheung Sze Wan, and the rolling hills of Clear Water Bay, ranking among the top-tier hiking vistas in Hong Kong.
