2 Trio Beach
Embarking on this leisurely hike has the added bonus of bringing you to the partly hidden Trio Beach at the end of the journey. Tucked away behind the headland of Hebe Haven, Trio Beach is tranquil with nary a building in sight, yet easily accessible, making it perfect for a half-day trip.
Make your way to Che Keng Tuk Road. There are several ways you can reach it. Take bus 92 or 96R from Diamond Hill, bus 792M from Tseung Kwan O, or minibus 101 from Hang Hau, and alight at Tai Chung Hau on Hiram’s Highway. Follow Che Keng Tuk Road until you reach Sai Kung International Pre-School, and the start of the trail is right next to it. Keep going along the trail until you see a signpost for Trio Beach signalling you to turn right onto a dirt path. This will bring you down into a small woods—turn left at the bottom gate to emerge near a barbecue and children’s area. The beach is then just down the flight of stairs.
Trio Beach is small, but boasts fine, soft sand and clear waters, and also feels secluded, with nice views out onto Clear Water Bay. There are also plenty of public facilities available for such a small area, including barbecue pits, changing rooms with showers, a playground, and a kiosk. Unfortunately, this beach isn’t a dog-friendly one, but it would make for a nice day out with the family.
When you’re done soaking up the sun, you can simply hike back the way you came, or hop on a sampan boat, which will take you to Pak Sha Wan Pier (Hebe Haven Pier). These small boats run fairly frequently, especially on holidays, and all you have to do is wave one down when you see them. From Hebe Haven, you can easily transfer onto various modes of public transport. The one-way hike should only take 45 minutes to an hour at a leisurely pace.