Country Park Hiking and Planting Day 2026
The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department, in collaboration with the Friends of Country Parks, will organise the Hiking and Planting Day on two Sundays in April 2026. Members of the public are welcome to take part in the activity.
Registration:
The activity is free of charge and no prior registration is required. Participants should register and collect seedlings at the registration point between 9:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. on the activity day. Planting tools will be provided. Registration is on a first-come-first-served basis due to site constraints and limited availability of seedlings. If all seedlings are given out, participants are welcome to join the hiking activity.
Protect Our Countryside, Take Your Litter Home:
To protect our countryside, remember to practice “Hiking Etiquette” and “Take Your Litter Home”. Please reduce waste, reuse and recycle materials during the hiking and planting activity. These simple habits make a great contribution to our natural environment.
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Details:
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Date |
19 & 26 April 2026 |
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Planting Location |
Between distance post C6405 and C6406 of Tai Lam Chung Country Trail, Tai Lam Country Park |
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General Description |
Start from Pat Heung Road (Tai Lam Tunnel Bus-Bus Interchange) and hike uphill for about 90 minutes to reach the planting site. Participants can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Kam Tin, Pat Heung and Kai Kung Leng along the trail. After tree planting, participants can return to the Tai Lam Tunnel Bus-Bus Interchange via the same route. |
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Registration and Seedling Collection Point |
Pat Heung Road (Tai Lam Tunnel Bus-Bus Interchange – to Yuen Long) |
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Distance |
Around 5 km (Round Trip) |
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Hiking Time |
Around 3 hours (Round Trip) |
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Overall Difficulty |
★★★☆☆(Demanding) |
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Transportation |
Bus All buses passing through Tai Lam Tunnel Bus-Bus Interchange - to Yuen Long Kowloon Motor Bus routes -251A、251B、268
Green Minibus 71 & 78 |
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Date |
19 & 26 April 2026 |
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Planting Location |
Between distance post C6405 and C6406 of Tai Lam Chung Country Trail, Tai Lam Country Park |
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General Description |
Start from Pat Heung Road (Tai Lam Tunnel Bus-Bus Interchange) and hike uphill for about 90 minutes to reach the planting site. Participants can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Kam Tin, Pat Heung and Kai Kung Leng along the trail. After tree planting, participants can return to the Tai Lam Tunnel Bus-Bus Interchange via the same route. |
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Registration and Seedling Collection Point |
Pat Heung Road (Tai Lam Tunnel Bus-Bus Interchange – to Yuen Long) |
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Distance |
Around 5 km (Round Trip) |
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Hiking Time |
Around 3 hours (Round Trip) |
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Overall Difficulty |
★★★☆☆(Demanding) |
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Transportation |
Bus All buses passing through Tai Lam Tunnel Bus-Bus Interchange - to Yuen Long Kowloon Motor Bus routes -251A、251B、268
Green Minibus 71 & 78 |
Points to note:
- The difficulty levels, hiking distance and time are provided for reference only.
- The planting site is located at countryside which can only be reached on foot.
- Participants should consider their physical strength and hiking experience, and decide whether they should take part in the activities.
- Participants should wear suitable outfit, shoes and socks; and bring adequate water, food, personal hiking equipment, sunscreen and rain gear.
- The event will be cancelled without prior notice if any tropical cyclone waning, rainstorm warning or thunderstorm warning is hoisted at 7:00 a.m. on the activity day. Please visit this website or the “Hong Kong Country Parks” Facebook Page on the activity day for any special arrangement.
- Please click here for safety hints of hiking.
Declarations from Organiser:
Participation in this activity is voluntary. While safety is the top priority of this department in organising the activity, participants should pay attention to their health condition on the day of the activity, and decide if they should join the activity. Participants shall be responsible for their own safety and ensure they are physically fit to complete the entire activity. This department shall not be held responsible for any accidents resulting from participants' own negligence or insufficient physical fitness. Participants may consider their own insurance policy if deemed necessary.
FAQ:
1. How can I register for the "Hiking and Planting Day"?
Pre-registration is not required. Participants register and collect seedlings at the registration point between 9:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. on the activity day. Registration is on a first-come-first-served basis due to site constraints and limited availability of seedlings.
2. Is the "Hiking and Planting Day" free of charge?
The activity is free of charge. Seedlings and planting tools will be provided.
3. What else do I have to prepare for the "Hiking and Planting Day"
Have enough rest the night before the activity. On the activity day, make sure you wear suitable outfit, socks and shoes. Bring sufficient water, food, personal hiking equipment, sunscreen and rain gear. If needed, you may bring your own bags to carry seedlings to the planting site.
4. Will the organiser provide gloves for the participants on the activity day?
We will not provide gloves. If needed, participants may bring their own reusable gloves.
5. I do not know anything about tree planting. Will the organiser provide any guidance?
Our staff or Country Parks Volunteers will provide guidance at the planting site. You may also make reference to the steps of tree planting.
6. Is there any age limit for participants to take part in the "Hiking and Planting Day"?
There is no restriction on age for participants to take part in the activities. However, participants should consider their physical fitness and hiking experience before deciding whether they are suitable for the activities.
7. Are there any tree planting activities exclusive for groups / organisations / schools?
Due to limited suitable planting sites, tree planting activities organised by this Department are only available to individuals.
8. Is it possible for groups / organisations / schools to pre-register or reserve seedlings if they wish to participate in the "Hiking and Planting Day"?
We do not offer pre-registration or reservation of seedlings for any participants. All seedlings are distributed on a first-come-first-served basis while stocks last. If all seedlings are given out, participants are welcome to join the hiking activity.
9. Will the tree planting activity be cancelled if there is rain?
The "Hiking and Planting Day" will continue on a rainy day unless any tropical cyclone warning, rainstorm warning or thunderstorm warning is hoisted at 7:00 a.m. on the activity day. However, participants should decide whether to join the activity base on the actual situation and their physical fitness.
10. Will the tree planting activity be cancelled because of adverse weather?
If any tropical cyclone warning, rainstorm warning or thunderstorm warning is hoisted at 7:00 a.m. on the activity day, the activity will be cancelled. Please visit this website or the “Hong Kong Country Parks” Facebook Page on the activity day for any special arrangement. If there is adverse weather during the activity, participants should follow the instruction of our on-site personnel and leave immediately.