To see red leaves, you don’t have to fly to Japan, South Korea, or Canada. There are also many hot spots for red leaves in Hong Kong! This time, we have integrated the 6 great places for red leaves in Hong Kong, and predicted the blooming of red leaves in Hong Kong this year, as well as the precautions for red leaves appreciation, etc., so that you can invite friends to take a small local trip in autumn.
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The Red Leaf Index of AFCD is updated weekly
The viewing period for red leaves in Hong Kong is from mid-December to early January of the following year. Although Hong Kong does not have all kinds of complete red leaf forecasts than Japan, the Fisheries and Conservation Department has also launched the “Tai Lam Country Park Red Leaf Information” in recent years, and the red leaf index will be updated on the website every red leaf season. The red leaf index is divided into five levels: “leaves sparse”, “green”, “yellow”, “beginning red” and “red”. The Red Leaf Index of Sweetgum Forest in Tai Lam Country Park will be updated every Friday. According to the update on November 25 by the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department, the current red leaf index is green. Remember to check it out before you leave to avoid disappointment.
Information on Red Foliage of Sweetgum Forest in Tai Lam Country Park
Hong Kong Autumn Leaves 2022 Best Places 1. Tai Tong, Yuen Long
If you want to count Hong Kong’s red leaf viewing spots, Tai Tong, Yuen Long must be on the list. Even the Hong Kong Fisheries and Conservation Department’s annual red leaf index also uses Tai Tong sweetgum forest as an indicator! The sweetgum forest in Taitang is located in Tai Lam Country Park. Every winter, the sweetgum trees along the 700-meter section of the road turn from green to red. The leaves are different from those in Japan and South Korea. They are shaped like chicken feet, commonly known as chicken feet. The scenery changes every year Many people will go on a pilgrimage to watch it.
Address: Tai Tong Shan Road, Tai Tong
How to get there: Take bus No. K66 at MTR Long Ping Station to Tai Tong Shan Road, and walk along the road for about 60 minutes to reach Fengxiang Forest (; KMB 68R bus route goes directly from Yuen Long to Tai Tong.
2. Wu Jiao Teng
If you want to enjoy the red leaves, but are afraid of crowds, you may wish to consider going to Wu Jiao Teng. Wujiaoteng’s Jiudanzu is a world-renowned resort for viewing red leaves. Its red-leaf forest is located in the old Hakka village. Although it occupies a small area, there are several giant liquidambar trees, which grow luxuriantly and are taller and more majestic than those in Taitang. The pictures are beautiful and the flow of people is less, which attracts many people. When going on an outing.
How to get there: Take minibus No. 20R from Tai Po Market Railway Station to Niao Kau Tang Village, and start from the Niao Kau Tang parking lot
3. Tsing Yi Park
If you want to enjoy red leaves but are afraid of traveling long distances, you might consider going to Tsing Yi Park in the urban area. The park adopts a European-style design, and a lot of pine trees are planted beside the artificial lake. Every December to January, the pine trees will turn orange-yellow. The leaves are reflected on the water of the artificial lake, as if you are in a foreign country, especially at sunset. Time, more romantic.
Address: Tsing King Road, Tsing Yi
How to get there: MTR Tsing Yi Station Exit B or C, walk for about 10 minutes
Hong Kong Autumn Leaves 2022 Best Place 4. Sound of Flowing Water
I believe that everyone is familiar with the Liushuixiang Reservoir, which has been dubbed the “Hong Kong version of Karuizawa”. Liushuixiang itself is a resort for beginners, and most of the routes are flat roads, which can be completed in just two hours. Even beginners can easily handle it. Every January, the rain pine trees on both sides of the pond will turn orange-red, matching the reflection of the pond, like a “mirror of the sky”. The scenery is beautiful and attracts a large number of tourists every year.
Address: Pat Sin Leng Country Park in the eastern part of the North District of the New Territories
How to get there: From the minibus terminus outside Exit C of Fanling Station, take green minibus 52B towards Hok Tau, and get off at the roundabout of He Tau Road and Liu Shui Xiang Road. Walk along Liushuixiang Road for 15 minutes and you will arrive at the pond.
5. Weiyuan Lake
Weiyuan Lake is located in the Chinese University of Hong Kong. It is a popular red leaf spot accompanied by a lake view. At the end of January every year, a row of bald cypresses and liquidambars by the lake turn into red leaves. Coupled with the calm lake surface and the traditional octagonal pavilion “Lion Pavilion”, the reflection of the red leaves is reflected in Weiyuan Lake, which is extraordinarily beautiful. You can sit in the “Lion Pavilion” by the lake and overlook the bald cypresses, or walk along the path beside Weiyuan Lake, and take pictures while walking, taking pictures of exotic scenery easily.
Address: The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin
How to get there: From MTR University Station Exit C, walk along the path next to Lingnan Stadium to Weiyuan Lake.
6. Hong Kong Zoological and Botanical Gardens
If you don’t have time on weekends, consider popping up to Hong Kong Zoological and Botanical Gardens to watch the red leaves. There are more than 10 sweetgum trees on both sides of a section of sweetgum forest path in Hong Kong Zoological and Botanical Gardens, which turns into a tunnel of red leaves every autumn and winter. There are also different facilities in the park, such as artificial lakes and waterfalls, and a lot of cute animals have been added, such as the small minase. You can not only enjoy the beautiful scenery of red leaves, but also see animals and other beautiful scenery!
Address: Albany Road, Central, Hong Kong
How to get there: MTR Admiralty Station Exit C1 or Central Station Exit D2, or Central Station Exit D2, then walk to
Prize autumn leaves 6 major notes!
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Although the epidemic has slowed down, it is still necessary to wear a mask outdoors. When clocking in outdoors, please wear a mask, pay attention to personal hygiene, and maintain a social distance.
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Use public transportation as much as possible to avoid increasing the burden on mountain roads, and pay attention to special traffic arrangements. For example, some roads in Tai Tong, Yuen Long are closed intermittently every year. If you go there by car, you may not be able to enter.
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There are a lot of people in the maple leaf season, so pay attention to safety, and pay special attention to vehicles/bicycles on the road.
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To protect the natural environment, do not pick or trample plants.
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Keep country parks clean and take out your own rubbish.
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To enhance environmental awareness and reduce the use of disposable plastic items.
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