Nature and outdoor activities on Lantau Island

Lantau Nature and Outdoors

Lantau Island features diverse landscapes ranging from the manicured lawns of Inspiration Lake near Disneyland to the rugged Wong Lung Hang valley, known for its dense concentration of waterfalls like Lung Mei and Wong Lung. The island's southern coast offers designated barbecue sites at Nam Shan and Tong Fuk, while the interior hosts the traditional Lung Chai Ng Yuen garden. Visitors can also explore historical sites such as the Ancient Kiln Park near the airport or the scenic Silvermine Bay Waterfall Garden in Mui Wo.

Lantau Nature and Outdoors — Map

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Inspiration Lake Recreation Centre

Created in 2005 as part of Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, the artificial lake is a good spot to take kids to - there are playgrounds around…

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Lung Mei Waterfall

Located in the Wong Lung Hang valley, this waterfall is a key landmark for stream trekkers exploring the Yellow Dragon area.

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Taming Tiger Fall

Part of the Three Tigers falls in the Wong Lung Hang region, accessible via challenging stream trekking routes.

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Roaring Tiger 2nd Fall

The second tier of the Roaring Tiger falls located within the steep Wong Lung Hang valley.

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Eagle's Jaw Fall

A notable waterfall in the Wong Lung Hang stream system, named for its distinctive rock formation resembling a bird's beak.

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Roaring Tiger 1st fall

The first section of the Roaring Tiger falls, a destination for experienced stream trekkers.

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Roaring Tiger 3rd Fall

The uppermost tier of the Roaring Tiger falls in the Wong Lung Hang valley.

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Joh Lung Waterall

Also known as Left Dragon Waterfall, it is one of the main tributaries feeding into the Wong Lung Hang stream.

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Wong Lung Waterfall

The main waterfall of the Wong Lung Hang stream, featuring a large plunge pool and sheer rock faces.

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Roaring Dragon Cliff

A dramatic cliff and waterfall section located deep within the Wong Lung Hang valley.

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Yau Lung Waterfall

Also known as Right Dragon Waterfall, this cascade is located near the confluence of the Wong Lung Hang stream.

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Long e zhu pu Dragon's Jaw

The main Dragon's Jaw waterfall, a significant site for technical stream trekking in the Lantau highlands.

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Nan tian men wei pu

A seasonal waterfall located near the South Heaven's Gate on the slopes of Lantau Peak.

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Bei tian wen wei pu

A waterfall situated on the northern slopes of Lantau Peak near the North Heaven's Gate.

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Shi san ceng lian pu

Known as the Thirteen-tier Cascade, this series of small falls is located in the upper reaches of the Tung Chung valley.

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Qing long pu

Also known as Green Dragon Waterfall, located in the San Shek Wan area.

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Shuang shi guan pu

A scenic waterfall viewpoint located along the hiking trails near Sunset Peak.

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Lung Chai Ng Yuen

A private Chinese garden built in the 1960s, featuring a traditional zigzag bridge, lotus pond, and pavilion architecture.

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Silvermine Bay Waterfall Garden

A landscaped park in Mui Wo featuring a natural waterfall, accessible via a flat paved path from the ferry pier.

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Ancient Kiln Park and HKIA Historical Garden

Located on Chek Lap Kok, this park preserves lime kilns from the Yuan and Sui dynasties discovered during airport construction.

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Nam Shan Barbecue Area Site No.2

A large, shaded barbecue site located near the start of the Lantau Trail Section 2, equipped with pits and tables.

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Nam Shan Barbecue Area Site No.1

One of the most spacious barbecue grounds on Lantau, situated at the junction of South Lantau Road and Tung Chung Road.

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Tong Fuk Barbecue Area

A coastal barbecue site located near Tong Fuk Beach, offering public pits and sea views.

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Shui Hau Barbecue Area

A small barbecue site located near the Shui Hau mudflats, popular with hikers and clam-diggers.

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Shek Pik Barbecue Area Site No.1

Situated near the Shek Pik Reservoir, this site offers picnic facilities and access to the Lantau Trail.

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Wong Lung Hang Picnic Site

A quiet picnic area located at the end of Wong Lung Hang Road, serving as the gateway to the Wong Lung Hang hiking trails.

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