Hong Kong Campsites
Sam A Chung Campsite

Sam A Chung Campsite

Sam A Chung · Plover Cove Country Park

3.7 Difficult Access Small Site

About this Campsite

The Sam A Chung Campsite is a serene and secluded spot perfect for nature lovers, with its easy-to-navigate location in the country park. While it may not be ideal due to its remote access and limited facilities, the campsite's natural beauty and abundance of outdoor activities make it a great destination for those seeking an adventure, including martial arts enthusiasts and kayakers. Despite some drawbacks like muddy terrain and crowded campsites during peak season, this hidden gem offers plenty of opportunities to connect with nature and explore its unique landscape.

Introduction

The site is situated on a small hill which is by the side of a stream, south of the Sam A Wan. It captures the picturesque view of Yan Chau Tong (Double Haven) consisting of three islands -Wong Wan Chau (Double Island), Ngo Mei Chau (Crescent Island) and Kat O Chau. A wide variety of landforms i.e. rock cliff, sand pits and geomorphologic features in the region create a unique and ideal spot to pitch a tent. There are also versatile fish and colourful coral species in front of the Sam A Wan water and coastal rock features is spectacular.

Amenities & Facilities

BBQ Pits
Bench
Clothesline
Drain
Dry Pit
Table
Pavilion
Shower
Toilets

Gallery

Highlights

Lai Chi Wo - It is a traditional old Hakka walled village built more than 300 years ago. A Guan Di (God of War) temple is established to bless villagers. In front of the village is a mangrove habitat features millennium-long vegetations such as huge interlocked-branch trees, hollow tree, Òfive-finger camphor treeÓ, etc. Wu Kau Tang - It is one of the oldest villages in Taipo and has a history of 400 years. Originally named ÒWu Kau TinÓ, it referred to an area made up with multiple villages - Lo Wai, Ho Pui, Leng Pui, San Uk Ha, Tin Sum and Sam Ka Tsuen. Tiu Tang Lung - With the altitude of 416 metres, it is the highest peak in Plover Cove Country Park. Although it is not as tall as the eight iconic summits of the Pat Sin Leng range, it is still one of the best location to enjoy the scenic view of whole Double Heaven. From here you could overlook the whole Double Heaven sea, Starling Inlet, and Yantian Port in Shenzhen, or as far as Tung Ping Chau, Ma On Shan and Pat Sin Leng if the weather permits.

How to Get There

Take Minbus 20R from Tai Po Market MTR Station to Wu Kau Tang or Bus 75K to Tai Mei Tuk Bus Terminus or Bus 275R on Sundays and statutory holidays to Bride's Pool Bus Terminal. Walk along the Bride's Pool Road towards Wu Kau Tang. Then ahead towards Sam A Tsuen along the Wu Kau Tang country trail. The walk takes about an hour.

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