Fast Facts – Hike Devil’s Peak
Hike Devil’s Peak Hong Kong – A Bit of Background
When you hike Devil’s Peak you’ll quickly realize a few things. First, the terrain on Devil’s peak is very easy. That’s why it’s definitely family friendly. Second, the views are absolutely spectacular, and there are a lot of great ones! And third, the history of the approximately 222 meter tall peak makes it a great place for exploring. Briefly, Devil’s Peak was garrisoned by the British Army in the 20th century, and before hand, in the 19th century, it was controlled by local pirates. Thus it got its name, “Devil’s Peak”. To this day, there are remnants of the old batteries, and that is one reason why Devil’s Peak is a great place to do some exploring.
After you hike Devil’s Peak, you can either head back to the MTR and travel home, or you can explore the Lei Yue Mun traditional fishing village. Therein, you can experience a traditional Hong Kong fishing village as well as enjoy the uber fresh daily catch, as there are TONS of seafood restaurants in this village.
Fast Facts – Hike Devil’s Peak and Explore Lei Yue Mun Village
No matter which option you choose, below are all the details you’ll need to hike Devil’s Peak and/or explore Lei Yue Mun Village. And as always, if you have any questions or comments, please leave us a comment below.
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If you want to have either of these experiences (or both!), but you don’t want to worry about all the logistics, we’d be glad to guide you on this family-friendly adventure!
Gear Essentials to Hike Devil’s Peak
You don’t need much gear to hike Devil’s Peak, but you do want to make sure you have the following few items. Here is what we recommend you bring when you hike Devil’s Peak.
A Baby Carrier for Devil’s Peak
If you plan to hike Devil’s Peak with a little one who isn’t yet walking, we highly recommend you get an Osprey Poco AG Child Carrier. It is super comfortable, has ample storage for all the things a baby might need on a hike, and it has a built in sun-shade to keep your little one cool and comfortable. The Poco AG Rain Cover is sold separately, so make sure to get one of those up too, just in case you encounter bad weather.
Water is Important on Devil’s Peak
It might seem obvious, but you’ll want to bring adequate water when you hike Devil’s Peak. In the warmer months in Hong Kong we recommend 2 liters per person, and in the cooler months, we recommend 1 liter per person. You can check out Hong Kong’s weather trends here. Whenever we hike, we use these Hydro Flask Water Bottles. They can be used over and over again, so we feel happy to be making Hong Kong a greener place. They are also insulated, so we can keep our water cool or warm.
Sun Protection is Important Too
There is quite a bit of shade on Devil’s Peak, but it never hurts to be prepared. At the very least apply some sun cream, and if you’re very sensitive to the sun, consider these other items too.
Hiking Shoes
To hike Devil’s Peak you will only need hiking/running shoes. You will not need boots, as the entire route is on paved paths. After all this is a beginner friendly hike!
Hiking Socks
Even on an easy hike such as Devil’s Peak, you won’t want to worry about blisters. So, believe it or not, it’s best if you wear wool socks. Wear thin ones in the summer and thick ones in the winter, and it’ll be super unlikely that you’ll get any blisters. The ones below are good for year round use here in Hong Kong.
Rain/Wind Protection
If you hike Devil’s Peak in the summer months, there is a good chance you’ll experience a bit of rain. If you hike it in the winter months, it might be a bit windy. Either way, when we go hiking (on day hikes or extended backpacking trips), we almost always bring our rain/wind jackets. We recommend the Marmot PreCip jacket since it’s lightweight, durable and good value.
Snacks
You know if you’ll be able to hike 3-4 km with or without eating any snacks. We usually bring a few, just to be safe, and we love these Probars.
Gear Optionals to Hike Devil’s Peak
Camera and Lens
When you hike Devil’s Peak you’ll encounter many scenic outlooks. If you’re keen to take photos, why not do so with a fantastic camera? The Sony Alpha a7II has a weatherproof body and full-frame sensor, so it takes GREAT photos and is very durable. The Sony 35mm F2.8 prime lens is compact and very light, so it’s our lens of choice. While it’s not the best choice for capturing landscapes, it’s so versatile that it’s what we most often use.
Getting There and Getting Home – Hike Devil’s Peak
Getting to the trail head of Devil’s Peak is super easy. Just hop on the MTR, and ride the train to the Yau Tong MTR Station. Once you’re at Yau Tong Station, we suggest you use Exit A2 in order to get out to the street. Once you’re down on the street, we suggest you use your mobile device to open up our Hike Devil’s Peak Google Map, and use our map to navigate along the route.
With all that said, if you don’t want to worry about any of the navigating or logistics, we would love to guide you on a hike up Devil’s Peak. Just click the button below, and we’ll start making arrangements with you!
Difficulty, Duration, Distance and Elevation – Hike Devil’s Peak
Devil’s Peak is an easy family-friendly hike. Even if you add on the part where you explore the Lei Yue Mun traditional fishing village, the entire excursion is still quite easy. Below are the stats for both options.
Hike Devil’s Peak
While you’re out on the trail, to follow either of our routes on a Google Map, just click on our Hike Devil’s Peak Google Map from your mobile device, and you’ll be good to go. You can also check out our Google Map below.
Our route up Devil’s Peak starts at Yau Tong MTR Station, loops up and around Devil’s Peak in a clockwise direction and then ends back at Yu Tong MTR Station.
***We suggest you follow this route in a clockwise direction.*** (Please just ignore the letters on the map.)
Hike Devil’s Peak and Explore Lei Yue Mun Village
Here’s another link to our Hike Devil’s Peak Google Map. You can also check out our Google Map below.
This route up Devil’s Peak starts at Yau Tong MTR Station, loops up and around Devil’s Peak in a clockwise direction, heads down into Lei Yue Mun Village and then ends back at Yu Tong MTR Station.
***We suggest you follow this route in a clockwise direction.*** (Please just ignore the letters on the map.)
Our Route on Google Maps – Hike Devil’s Peak
While you’re out on the trail, the best way to follow our route up Devil’s Peak is on your mobile device. Just click this link to our Hike Devil’s Peak Google Map, and you will be good to go.
NOTE: Make sure you also click on the button in the top left corner of the map (pictured below) so you can toggle on/off the route you’d like to follow.
Our Route in Pictures – Hike Devil’s Peak
(Click to enlarge. The order of the pictures goes from left to right, top to bottom.)
The trail starts here. 
Pass by the Lingnan Temple. 
Head up these stairs.
Take a right here. 
Be respectful if you walk into Junk Bay Chinese Permanent Cemetery. 
Devil’s Peak is behind the cemetery.
View from the summit of Devil’s Peak 
We’re happy to be up here!
A view from the summit 
The Devil’s Peak summit marker
On top of the world! Family, sunshine and happiness! 
More happiness!
Exploring the battery at the summit of Devil’s Peak
Views while descending from Devil’s Peak 
If you want explore Lei Yue Mun Village, check out this next section.
Follow the sign to Lai Yue Mun Village 
Head straight here.
A traditional fishing boat in Lei Yue Mun Village. 
Walking through Lai Yue Mun Village.
A playground in Lai Yue Mun Village 
A small beach in Lai Yue Mun Village 
Stilted homes in Lai Yue Mun Village
Other Family Friendly Hong Kong Hiking Adventures
There is no shortage of family friendly hikes in Hong Kong. This unusual route up The Peak would be on the more strenuous end of the family friendly hiking spectrum, but it is still doable. A hike on Hong Pak Country Trail is definitely a family friendly option. And, if you’re keen to see a waterfall, but you don’t want to face the challenging terrain on the Ng Tung Chai Waterfalls, you and your family should hike at Waterfall Bay instead. If you and your family are looking for a self-guided walking tour that will also give you a glimpse into local Hong kong culture, definitely consider taking a walk through the Venice of Hong Kong.
Regardless of what you decide to do, if you want to get in touch with comments or question, feel free to leave them below. We’ll get back to you just as soon as we can. And in the mean time, happy hiking!
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2 Comments
The text says to follow the route in a coubter-clockwise direction but the arrows show it clockwise. Which way do you recommend?
Hi Ian, good question! Follow the route in a clockwise direction. Pardon the typo in our post (which now has been corrected thanks to you!) Please let us know if you have any other questions!