| Wong Shek Campsite |
| Campsites No.: |
12 |
| Location: |
Wong Shek, Sai Kung East Country Park |
| Tent space: |
8 |
| Accessibility: |
Easy; for beginners |
| Introduction: |
Wong Shek Campsite is conveniently situated
on a slope opposite Wong Shek Bus Terminal. You can overlook
distant Ko Lau Wan, Tap Mun, Long Hill and coastal features
of Long Harbour (Tai Tan Hoi). During holidays, the Long Harbour
is dotted by colourful sailing boats with backdrops of blue
sky and water. One can fish at the Wong Shek Pier while casting
your eyes to the little fishing port opposite the pier. At night,
the moon rises slowly from north-west direction and a clear
sky brings out a panoramic view of stars is hardly found in
the hustle-and-bustle city life. |
| Facilities: |
Pavilions, barbeque pits, benches and tables |
| Hygienic facilities: |
flushing toilets with sinks |
| Source of water: |
tap |
| Highlights: |
Wong Shek Pier - A major pier serving Tai
Tan Hoi, it provides ferry services to and from Tap Mun, Chek
Keng, Wan Chai campsite. There is a water sport centre built
next the pier and managed by Leisure and Cultural Services Department.
One may enjoy a panoramic view of Long Harbour, distant Ko Lau
Wan from the pier. Fishing is popular along the coastline. |
| Country trails: |
Wong Shek Tree Walk and Wong Shek Family Walk |
| How to get there: |
From Sai Kung Bus Terminal take Bus 94 or
take Bus 96R at Diamond Hill MTR Bus Terminal on Sundays and
statutory holidays and get off at Wong Shek Pier Bus Terminal.
Follow the signpost next to the bus terminal for a short 5 minute
walk. |
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