Hong Kong Trail Stage 8 takes you via the popular Dragon's Back trail. On the south side of Hong Kong Island, this trail is quite long, but offers some great scenic views and a variety of trail compositions. Wildlife is nowhere to be seen, probably due to the trail's popularity.

Hong Kong Trail Stage 8 ranks in at 5 stars for enjoyment. Views from the Dragon's Back are exceptional of Tai Tam Harbour, Shek O and Big Wave Bay. Terrain is predominantly on dirt trails and takes you through different areas which offer different scenery. Unfortunately wildlife is a little scarce, perhaps due to the fact that this is a popular hiking trail. Difficulty ranks in at 3 stars as total ascent is minimal, although distance is considerable at 7.25km.

The Starting point for this trail is the end of Hong Kong Trail Stage 7 on Shek O Road, not far from the Quarry. The entry to this trail is quite visible, pictured below.

The start of Dragon's Back is quite steep. Take your time and enjoy the views.

At the junction pictured below, continue straight ahead.

At the top of these stairs, turn left and follow the trail.

At the area pictured below, turn right up the stairs following the sign pointing to Hong Kong Trail.

At the top of this section, turn left to walk along the Dragon's Back. There are some great views along this section of Tai Tam Harbour to the left and Shek O and Big Wave Bay to the right.

Turn left at distance post H089 and then right at the bottom of this slope, pictured below.

After distance post H093, the trail continues onto a paved road for about 1.5km. At the bottom of the slope, pictured below, turn right towards Big Wave Bay.

Turn right at the signpost pointing to Big Wave Bay, pictured below.

At the end of Hong Kong Trail Stage 8, distance post H100, continue through the houses of Big Wave Bay towards the town where you can but some drinks and recover. Continue up the hill towards the bus stop where you can get on the bus to Shau Kei Wan MTR.