We took the MTR to Wong Tai Sin and then walked up to the trail. On the way into the hills we passed what looked like a monastery nearby. There was not enough time to investigate but we were intrigued by how one side looked like it comprised of abandoned buildings and the active area of the monastery had moved to the side.
We heard that the hike was strenuous but I do not think so. It has some steep inclines but they are bearable and before long you are up in the clouds with beautiful views. Unlike with some other named rocks, this set did resemble a lion's head.
At the peak of the hike there looks to be a perilous drop as the cliff face is vertical down from your feet. SB tested the drop distance with a couple of rocks while I fought off my vertigo. An elderly man happened upon us and we struck up a conversation with him. He had been hiking this trail every week for the past 40 years. He no longer went all the way to the top as it was becoming a bit too steep for his comfort. He was amazed that we had managed the hike in the afternoon. We were amazed that he was amazed. He was easily older than both of our ages combined and somehow he thought we were the hardy ones!
I would do this hike again in better weather.
On a side note- it was pointed out that throwing rocks in an area frequented by rock climbers is not a sensible thing to do. We wholeheartedly agree with this. SB had a clear view and he did look about for 15 minutes or so as he ate his sandwich and contemplated throwing the rock and we were certain that no one had braved the rain to climb below. I promise that no braining occurred.
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