Bride’s Pool Road

🛣️【Bride’s Pool Road (新娘潭路)】 is a major road in the northeastern New Territories of Hong Kong. Spanning approximately 7 km, it connects Tai Po with the North District, running from Ting Kok Road in Tai Mei Tuk in the south to Luk Keng Road in the north. It passes through Pat Sin Leng Country Park and Shuen Wan Country Park, offering picturesque scenery along the way. This dual-lane, two-way road passes by several famous attractions, including the 15-metre-high Bride’s Pool Waterfall and Mirror Pool. It is also the main access route to Hakka villages such as Wu Kau Tang and Lai Chi Wo. —

📍 Quick Facts

Item	Details
English Name	Bride’s Pool Road
Region	New Territories East, Tai Po District and North District
Start and End Points	Ting Kok Road ↔ Luk Keng Road
Length	Approx. 7.4 km (4.6 miles)
Construction Era	1950s, built in conjunction with the Plover Cove Reservoir project
Gazettal Date	April 3, 1970
Speed Limit	50 km/h
Road Type	Concrete and asphalt dual-lane, two-way highway
Number of Lanes	Two-lane road
Construction Era	1950s
Gazettal Date	April 3, 1970 (Government Gazette No. 713)

— Bride’s Pool Road is not only a transport route but also a popular leisure destination. Along the route, there are multiple barbecue sites, such as the Chung Pui and Bride’s Pool sections, as well as camping facilities like the Hok Tau Reservoir camping site nearby. The surrounding area is rich in ecology, with unique “pothole” landforms in the streams. However, due to the winding and narrow nature of the road and its proximity to slopes, drivers must exercise extreme caution. The road is notorious for its sharp bends and narrow sections, particularly at the Chung Mei bend, known as the “Deadly Corner,” which is frequently the site of traffic accidents. It is also a hotspot for illegal street racing. Furthermore, the area is famous for the supernatural legends surrounding “Bride’s Pool,” making it a frequent destination for those interested in urban legends. —

🌊 Origin of the Name

Bride’s Pool is said to originate from a tragic legend: a bride traveling in a sedan chair for her wedding fell into the pool and drowned when the chair bearers lost their footing. The location was named after this incident, which has since given rise to various ghost stories and urban legends. —

🚍 Transportation

Transport	Route No.	Route Description	Time	Notes
Green Minibus	20C	Tai Po Market Station → Tai Mei Tuk	Approx. 1 hour	Daily service
Green Minibus	20R	Tai Po Market Station → Wu Kau Tang	Approx. 30 mins	Service resumed
KMB Bus	275R	Tai Po Market Station → Bride’s Pool (Holiday service)	Approx. 1 hour	Suitable for hikers and outing groups
Green Minibus	56K	Tai Po Market ↔ Luk Keng	Approx. 2.5 hours	Walk from Luk Keng to Bride’s Pool or connect via minibus

Note: Large vehicles are prohibited on the Luk Keng Road section and must make a U-turn at designated locations. —

🌄 Natural Scenery and Hiking Routes

• Pat Sin Leng Nature Education Trail: Approx. 2–3 hours, featuring geological and ecological information boards, suitable for family hikes.
• Bride’s Pool Nature Trail: Approx. 30 minutes, featuring magnificent waterfall views.
• Bride’s Pool Waterfall: Site where the bride reportedly drowned; the place name originated from this, and it is known as one of the “four great ghost spots” in Hong Kong.
• Mirror Pool: Where the bride supposedly looked into the mirror; the water is as clear as a mirror, and the waterfall is spectacular.

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🧭 Suggested Itinerary (Half-Day Tour)

1. Morning: Take minibus 20C to Tai Mei Tuk and start the Pat Sin Leng Nature Education Trail.
2. Midday: Arrive at Bride’s Pool to admire the waterfall and Mirror Pool.
3. Afternoon: Walk along Bride’s Pool Road to Luk Keng or take a minibus back to Tai Po Market.

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🧭 Exploration Recommendations

• Barbecue Sites: Chung Mei Barbecue Site, Chung Pui Barbecue Site
• Cycling: Ride along Bride’s Pool Road to enjoy the country park scenery
• Hiking: Connect to routes in Luk Keng, Wu Kau Tang, and Pat Sin Leng

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👻 Supernatural Legends and Urban Myths

• Reports suggest a death toll of over 30 people
• Rumours include sightings of white figures, female ghosts, and vengeful spirits
• YouTubers have recorded strange female voices during live streams, sparking heated discussions online

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🚧 Dangerous Sections and Traffic Accident Blackspots

• Chung Mei Bend: An S-shaped sharp bend that has been the site of multiple fatal accidents; a known hotspot for illegal racing.
• 2009–2013: 7 serious accidents, resulting in 4 deaths and 1 critical injury.
• 2019–2021: 6 fatal accidents, resulting in 7 deaths.
• Common vehicle types: Private cars, motorcycles, bicycles.

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🌧️ Recent Road Closures and Repairs (August 2025)

• Section south of Bride’s Pool Barbecue Site was closed entirely due to landslides caused by heavy rain and unstable road foundations.
• The northbound lane reopened on August 7, implementing single-lane, two-way traffic.
• Minibus route 20R has resumed service, and pedestrian paths have also been reopened.