ποΈγChoi Wo Fung (ιεε³°)γ is one of the eight peaks of Pat Sin Leng, standing at an elevation of approximately 489 meters. It is named after Lan Caihe, one of the Eight Immortals in Taoist mythology. Located on the northern shore of Tolo Harbour in the northeastern Tai Po District of the New Territories, the peak offers wide-open, sweeping vistas overlooking Shuen Wan β’ Plover Cove Reservoir and across towards Shenzhen. Standing atop γChoi Wo Fungγ, one can admire the stunning expanse where the sky meets the turquoise waters of Tolo Harbour and Shuen Wan β’ Plover Cove Reservoir to the south, while gazing out northwards to the rolling sea and mountain landscapes of Mount Wutong in Shenzhen. During autumn and winter, silvergrass sways gently across the slopes in the wind, creating waves of silver-white that shimmer under the sunlight, lending a sense of poetic freedom and elegance to this peak named after Lan Caihe.
π Quick Facts
Item Details ποΈ Name Choi Wo Fung π Location Northeastern New Territories, Hong Kong; northern shore of Tolo Harbour, Tai Po District π Elevation 489 meters above sea level π Mountain Range Pat Sin Leng (consisting of eight peaks) π§ Naming Origin Named after Lan Caihe, one of the Eight Immortals in Taoist mythology π³ Country Park Part of the Pat Sin Leng Country Park —
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ποΈ Geographical Features
- Ridgeline Layout: The eight peaks of Pat Sin Leng form a wave-like formation running from west to east; Choi Wo Fung is situated in the middle section, adjacent to Sheung Tsz Fung and Tsao Kau Fung.
- Scenery & Vistas:
- Looking north towards Mount Wutong in Shenzhen
- Looking south out over Shuen Wan β’ Plover Cove Reservoir, Tsz Shan Monastery, and Tolo Harbour
- Terrain: The trail features noticeable undulating ridges, offering hikers continuous views of dramatic hillsides and coastal bays along the way.
- Vegetation & Wildlife: The trail is dotted with seasonal silvergrass and shrubs, serving as a diverse habitat for various butterfly and dragonfly species.
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πΆ Hiking Route
Item Details π Popular Route Set off from Tai Mei Tuk β Sin Kwu Fung β Sheung Tsz Fung β Choi Wo Fung β Tsao Kau Fung β Kuai Li Fung β Kao Lao Fung β Chung Li Fung β Shun Yeung Fung β±οΈ Duration Around 12β13 km for the full trail, taking approximately 5β6 hours πͺ Difficulty Intermediate to advanced; the ridgeline is highly exposed with zero shade, requiring good physical fitness and adequate sun protection πΎ Trail Highlights A highly popular photography and hiking route in autumn and winter when the silvergrass comes into full bloom —
β¨ Highlights Summary
- Cultural Significance: Named after the Eight Immortals, beautifully blending Taoist legends with Hong Kong’s natural landscapes.
- Prime Vantage Point: Located right in the middle of the Pat Sin Leng range, offering a broad, unobstructed field of vision capturing views of both Hong Kong and Shenzhen.
- Hiking Value: Highly rewarding with a moderate-to-challenging trail, making it perfect for hikers with a decent level of fitness.
