Hong Kong Hiking & Trail Transport Knowledge Data Table
Generated Date: 2026-05-20
Region: HK (Hong Kong)
Query Source: KG Gap Analyzer
Core Statistics
| Item | Value | Source | Reliability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Country Parks | 25 | AFCD | High |
| Total Hiking Trail Length | Approximately 500 km | Country Park Areas | High |
| MacLehose Trail Length | 100 km | Country Parks | High |
| Popular Mountain Hiking Routes | 300+ routes | Transport Department | Medium |
| Annual Average Hiking Accident Rescues | Approximately 200 cases | Fire Services Department | High |
Key Facts
- Country Park Restricted Areas: Military restricted areas and border restricted areas require permits to enter
- Public Transport Guide: All major hiking trails are accessible by bus/minibus; for example, the MacLehose Trail starting point can be reached via bus 289R
- Weather Notes: Summer hiking requires prevention of heatstroke; country parks close when purple rainstorm warning is issued
- Facilities Distribution: Shops and toilets are mainly concentrated at the end of each trail section, with fewer facilities in mid-sections
- Leave No Trace: The "Take Away 180" initiative will be implemented starting in 2026, prohibiting the disposal of non-country park waste within the park boundaries
Source Reference
- Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department
- Transport Department
- Hong Kong Observatory
- Hiking Safety Guide for Country Parks
Data Sources / Related Verification
The information in this article is compiled from internalFactcheckDocs (HK_datatable_hk-hiking-transport_v1.md), with reference to publicly available official documents in the HK region and industry files. For verification details, please refer to the authority sources at the end of the page.
