Sunset Peak,Hong Kong

• Summit viewpoint with panoramic views of the South China Sea and surrounding islands
• Silvergrass meadows on the eastern and southern slopes (best in autumn)
• Lantau Trail ridge section crossing the summit
• Trigonometrical station / summit marker (popular photo spot)
• Nearby attractions: Ngong Ping plateau, Po Lin Monastery, Tai O fishing village

• Open grassy ridgeline offering 360° sea-and-island panoramas
• Seasonal silvergrass (Miscanthus) that turns silvery/golden in autumn
• Relatively cool breezes and clearer air than urban Hong Kong
• Dramatic sunset and twilight light ideal for photography
• Part of Lantau South Country Park with well‑maintained trail sections

• Day hiking the Lantau Trail (popular ridge segment across Sunset Peak)
• Sunset and golden-hour photography
• Birdwatching and small-fauna observation
• Picnicking and short rest breaks at scenic outlooks
• Combine with visits to Ngong Ping, Po Lin Monastery or Tai O for cultural sightseeing

Autumn (September–November) for clearer skies, cooler temperatures and peak silvergrass display; spring (March–May) is also pleasant. Summers are hot, humid, and subject to heavy rain and typhoons; winters are mild but can be windy.

Subtropical maritime climate. Expect warm, humid summers with heavy rain and possible typhoons (June–September); mild, drier winters (December–February); changeable conditions on the ridge with stronger winds and lower temperatures than sea level.

Typical access points include Pak Kung Au (a common trailhead on the Lantau Trail) and routes from Ngong Ping or Mui Wo. Reach Lantau Island by MTR to Tung Chung Station (then bus/taxi to Ngong Ping/Pak Kung Au) or by ferry to Mui Wo (from Central) then local buses. Ngong Ping 360 cable car provides scenic access to the Ngong Ping plateau for combined itineraries. Nearest major transport hub: Hong Kong International Airport (Chek Lap Kok) and Tung Chung MTR station. Note: final approaches are on foot on steep, stepped and exposed trails — allow time for hiking and transfers.

Half‑day (3–5 hours) for a direct return hike from Pak Kung Au; full‑day (6–8+ hours) if combining with Ngong Ping, Lantau Peak or Tai O and public transport connections.

Sturdy hiking shoes with good grip, layered clothing (windproof jacket for summit conditions), sun protection (hat, sunscreen), plenty of water (at least 1–2 liters per person), snacks, basic first‑aid, trekking poles for steep sections, headlamp if hiking near dawn/dusk.

After the hike, enjoy local specialties on Lantau such as Mui Wo seafood, Tai O salted fish and shrimp paste, or vegetarian dishes at Po Lin Monastery (including their famed vegetarian set meals). Souvenirs include dried seafood, local handicrafts, and photography prints or postcards celebrating the silvergrass and sunset views.