trailrunning

Hong Kong has a wealth of countryside within easy reach of the city. It also has a variety of hiking trails ranging from flat mud and concrete paths to unbelievably steep, overgrown, rugged paths climbing seemingly never-ending hills. As a result of this a large trailrunning community has grown up in Hong Kong and many races are very competitive and always alot of fun. Below are some of the most popular events. Please contact us for more information.

	NEMM NEW YEARS DAY RACE: 01.01.2012
	Don't sit around nursing that hangover on new years day - why not go on a nice run instead? A 30km route in the north east new territories taking in lovely villages, such as Lai Chi Wo and also some pretty technical and steep ups and downs. Includes lovely views of Plover Cove reservoir aswell.

	KING OF THE HILLS SAI KUNG: 08.01.2012
	The half marathon route is very runner friendly, with concrete paths galore and only a couple of technical ups and downs. The full route is considerably more technical, involving the technical climb of Tai Cham Koi and including some amazing views of surrounding countryside.

	GREEN POWER HIKE: 14.01.2012
	This is a long established event which is now in its 18th year. The course follows the 50km long Hong Kong trail. A 25km option is also available. In general the course is relatively technically easy, despite some undulations. Alot of the paths are concrete, but the route, and views, are lovely.

	KING OF THE HILLS LANTAU ISLAND: 12.02.2012
	The most rugged of the King Of The Hills routes and my favourite. Begins with the climb of Sunset Peak and followed by technical, overgrown, rugged trails down to Tung Chung and then up to Ngong Ping. Then the testing climb of Lantau Peak and a lovely contour trail to end. Full and half routes available.

	HONG KONG 100: 18.02.2012
	A new event in its first year, this is a long distance race - 100km. The route is based around the MacLehose Trail but has some interesting detours, such as climbing close to the rugged and remote Sharp Peak and also passing through beautiful Pak Sha O. Individual runners and relay available.

	KING OF THE HILLS HONG KONG ISLAND: 26.02.2012
	The most popular of the King Of The Hills races this route begins and ends at Repulse Bay on Hong Kong Island. The route includes lovely contour trails, the very steep climb of Mount Butler and, for the full marathon runners, a climb of The Twins just before the end. Full and half routes available.

	LANTAU 2 PEAKS RACE: 2012
	The full 21km route for this race climbs both Lantau Peak and Sunset Peak - the second and third highest peaks in the territory. So basically, expect alot of climbing. The route is wonderfully scenic though, and will be really satisfying. There are also 5km and 15km routes available for the lazy ones!

	RALEIGH CHALLENGE WILSON TRAIL: 2012
	Now in its 11th year, this race follows the Wilson Trail, which is the most rugged of the long distance hiking trails in the territory. There is a day course of 30km, a night course of 48km and, for those of you with too much energy to spare, the whole thing - a whopping 78km.

	MOONTREKKER: 2012
	This sounds really fun. A trek on Lantau Island during the night. 25km and 40km versions of the course are available and both courses climb Lantau Peak towards the end. If you get to the top when the sun is rising then expect a magnificent view.

	MSIG HK50: 2012
	Thhis seems like a fun race. The first 25km follows the Hong Kong Trail, so expect lots of nice, shaded muddy contour trails. The second half follows Sir Cecil's Ride which once again features large sections of soft, muddy contour trails. Not too many rugged hills in this one, but a nice course.

	SOWERS ACTION CHALLENGING 12 HOURS: 2012
	The route follows the Wilson Trail stages 3-8 in the new territories and is a tough 42km. The route features some tough climbs, such as the ascent of Tung Yeung Shan and also some concrete contour trails and mud paths. A 10km run is also available.

	TRAILWALKER: 2012
	The most famous trail race in Hong Kong. The route covers the 100km MacLehose Trail which goes from Sai Kung in the east to Yuen Long in the west. Elite teams take about 12 hours to complete the route but up to 48 hours are allowed. The trail is rugged and technical in places, with many ups and downs.

	KING OF THE HILLS TAI PO: 2012
	All the serious trailrunners in Hong Kong adore this series. 4 races in different areas of the territory and beautiful courses. This race features an amazing course. Highlights include the climb of Cloudy Hill followed by the ridge near Wong Leng and a tough descent. Real trailrunning at its best.