Introduction to Routing
Start from the Pineapple Dam Minibus Stop at Shing Mun Reservoir and walk towards Shing Mun Reservoir Road. Then pass through the Shing Mun Country Park Visitor Centre and proceed along the Nature Trail, where you can enjoy the magnificent sky-high Paperbark Forest on the way. In times of risen water level, the roots of the Paperbarks by the reservoir bank would be submerged in the water forming the most picturesque scenery. The reflection of the forest on the glassy surface of the reservoir seems like a dreamlike fairyland. After that, cross the stone bridge on the lower reaches of Tai Shing Stream, then turn right at a bifurcation point and arrive at the “Main Dam of the Shing Mun Reservoir” (built in 1933). Then follow the sixth section of the MacLehose Trail and return to the starting point at the Pineapple Dam Minibus Stop to end the journey. Note: There is no replenishment station along this trail, please bring along food and water.
Distance: Approx. 9 km Time: Approx. 4 hours Level of difficulty: 3 stars
Starting point: Pineapple Dam Minibus Stop at Shing Mun Reservoir
End point: Pineapple Dam Minibus Stop at Shing Mun Reservoir
Transportation: Take minibus No. 82 at Shiu Wo Street Minibus Terminus at MTR Tsuen Wan Station to Pineapple Dam Minibus Stop at Shing Mun Reservoir
