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Hiking Preparation

 

  Choose a safe and proper hiking trail
 

 

  • Familiarize yourself with the route

    When planning a trip, study the route carefully. Collect information such as route length, road conditions, difficulty, shade level and duration, etc.

  • Do not hike alone

    Go with your friends to ensure safety.

  • Act within one’s ability

    Choose a suitable hiking route based on your own abilities. Do not force yourself to challenge difficult sections. Choose an itinerary that is within the capabilities of you and your fellow travelers.

     

    Hiking planners

     

     

    Route information of country parks: AFCD website and application Check the mobile network coverage of hiking trails within country parks

     

     

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  • Informing in advance

    Inform your family or friends of the hiking trip so that they can seek help or call the police in case of emergency.

  • Enjoy Hiking App

    “Hiker Tracking GPS Service” in the Enjoy Hiking app can facilitate the Mountain Search and Rescue Company’s search and rescue operations in the event of an accident.

  • Follow the route

    Do not walk away from existing mountain trails. This can prevent accidents and reduce the impact on wild habitats.

 

 

  Paying attention to weather
 

 

    • Before your trip

      When planning your trip, check the weather forecast first to see if it is suitable for hiking. Avoid high-intensity or long-distance hiking in hot weather.

    • Pay attention to weather changes

      Always pay attention to weather changes on the day of hiking and during the hike to prevent accidents caused by unexpected adverse weather.

    • Beware of sudden rising tides

      When visiting places like the coast, seaside, beaches and mudflats, pay attention to the ebb and flow of tides to avoid danger caused by rising water levels.

 

Weather information provided by Hong Kong Observatory
The weather conditions near hiking routes  
Hong Kong Hiking Trail Weather Service
 
Short-term rainfall trends  
Hong Kong Observatory Radar Image
 
Details weather information of different districts  
Automatic Regional Weather Forecast Service
 
Height forecast for coastal water level  
Tidal Information

 

 

  Outfits
 

 

Clothing

 

Wear air-permeable, long-sleeved shirt. If you wear short-sleeved shirt, wear arm sleeves to prevent sunburn

  

Hiking Shoes

 

Hiking shoes with deep grooves on their soles have better anti-skid performance
 

Pants

 

Wear relaxed-fit, breathable trousers to prevent insect bites or abrasions

  

Outer

 

Jacket / windbreaker / raincoat for keeping warm in case of strong winds or emergencies

 

 

 

  Gear
 

 

Sufficient drinking water   Food and emergency food reserves   Medicines and first aid supplies   Sun protection: caps, sunglasses, umbrella and mosquito repellent etc.  
Hiking poles   Lights   Printed map or map mobile app, such as Enjoy Hiking, Trailwatch; pay attention to the mobile signal and battery level    

 

  Reducing waste at source and environmental protection
 

 

  • Reusing utensils

    Bring your own food and drinks in reusable containers. Use water bottles and water bags. Refill water at water filling station when needed: Water Filling Stations in Country Parks

  • Treating food waste at home

    Prepare your food at home and put them in reusable food containers. Recycle or treat waste at home in advance to minimize the amount of waste / fruit peels that you would bring to the countryside.

  • Keeping your face mask properly

    If you use a mask, use a face mask holder or storage case to keep your face mask. Do not just loosely hang it on your backpack as it could drop easily and pose hygienic concerns.

  • “Three Treasures” of Hiking

    Reduce use of disposable cutlery and tissue papers. Use water bottles, handkerchiefs and food containers instead.

  • Leave No Trace

    Take your own litter and anything that does not belong to the hills away.

 

When enjoying the fun of outdoor activities, always bear in mind that we should protect the environment.

 

Seven Principles of LNT