Dragon’s Back follows an undulating ridge through Shek O Country Park on southeastern Hong Kong Island. The trail’s profile gives it its name, while its high points open views over bays, beaches, and outlying islands.
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The ridge rises and dips in a line that gives Dragon’s Back its name. This section of the Hong Kong Trail crosses Shek O Peak and Wan Cham Shan, with viewpoints over Shek O, Big Wave Bay, Tai Tam Bay, and distant islands.
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- Dragon’s Back is part of Stage 8 of the Hong Kong Trail.
- Shek O Country Park was designated in 1979 and covers 701 hectares.
- The ridge links Shek O Peak and Wan Cham Shan.
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