It’s always fun to discover hidden gems and interesting sites in Hong Kong. Over the years, we’ve hiked our way to various beautiful rock formations all over the city – Lion Rock, Rhino Rock, Amah Rock, and Devil’s Paw to name a few. And now add to that list, Shark Rock (鯊魚石)!

Cue the Jaws music

As the name implies, Shark Rock is a natural rock formation that resembles a great white shark jumping out of the water! The rock is carved in all the right places to look like a shark – the nose, the mouth, and even the eyes.

But en route to Shark Rock is another fascinating site, the Hollow Tree. A tree with a hollowed-out trunk that has enough room for a grown person to step inside and stick their head out from the small opening on the other side!

The Hollow Tree

I think it’s fairly evident that these two are very Instaworthy spots! And what’s even better is that they’re very easy to reach.

Shark Rock and Hollow Tree Hike

Thanks to my buddy Jordan for pointing out that the “Shark Rock & Hollow Tree Hike” sounds like a Harry Potter book. Other than its mystical name, the hike is also short and easy, making it kid-friendly.

Shark Rock and Hollow Tree Hike map and elevation profile

We took a few wrong turns, which is why the distance shown on the map is longer.

I would classify this as an uphill exploratory walk rather than a full-blown hike. The path is cemented throughout the walk. And although it’s uphill, it’s a gentle incline.

Starting point

The Shark Rock and Hollow Tree are located near Hammer Hill, at the foot of Tate’s Cairn. And the starting point for the walk is the Fu Shan Bus Terminus on Po Kong Village Road, between the Diamond Hill Crematorium and Fu Shan Estate.

The Fu Shan Bus Terminus is a 15-20 minute walk from the Diamond Hill MTR Station. Alternatively, you can take any number of buses to Fu Shan Estate.

Once you arrive at Po Kong Village Road, walk towards the bus terminus. If you arrive at the bus terminus from the Fu Shan Estate side, walk across the Fu Shan Bus Terminus and locate a boom barrier right after it. This is the starting point.

The boom barrier just after the Fu Shan Bus Terminus

To the end of the unnamed road

Step around the boom barrier and walk down the road as it loops around the stream.

Walk down the road past the boom barrier

After the stream, the road passes a small building that looks like deserted living quarters.

Walk around the bend to the end of the unnamed road

And just after the living quarters, the road ends and presents you with two entrances to the cemetery.

To the cemetery

When facing the two trails, take the one on the left.

Take the path on the left at the end of the road

Begin walking up the incline and steps as they run alongside the stream below.

The path continues uphill on a gentle incline till it finally reaches the Diamond Hill Urn Cemetery.

Turn left when you reach the cemetery

To Nam Shan Mei (南山尾)

When the path emerges at the cemetery, it splits in two again. At this point, turn left onto the steps and continue walking uphill.

The path remains relatively flat and easy in this section, and it’s also shaded. It does cross with other paths too, but remember to just keep walking straight.

As the cemetery area ends, the path looks more worn out. After the cemetery, the path passes through Nam Shan Mei, an old village that’s mostly abandoned today.

We saw a couple of abandoned plots and a few homes that were still occupied.

After crossing Nam Shan Mei, the incline continues for a short distance before you hear the sound of a gushing stream (depending on the season).

The final incline after the village

The Hollow Tree (空心樹)

The stream is the location of the Hollow Tree.

Cross the bridge to reach the Hollow Tree

It is quite literally a tree with a hollow tree trunk, big enough for an adult to step inside. And on the other side of the hollow trunk is an opening for you to stick your head out!

It’s almost as if this tree was designed for a photo opportunity!

Quite a photogenic tree

From what I’ve read, the inside of the tree was eaten by insects. I found the Hollow Tree to have a magical charm, fit for a fairy tale. Imagine a troll who lives under the bridge and stops anyone from reaching the mystical Hollow Tree!

The stream below the Hollow Tree

But given that this was just such a pretty area, we found it very peaceful to sit on the rocks on the banks of the stream once the crowd left.

We enjoyed sitting next to the stream

The Shark Rock (鯊魚石)

After crossing the Hollow Tree, a short 50-60 metre walk will bring you to the main attraction on this walk – the Shark Rock!

Located on the left side of the path, the Shark Rock immediately grabs your attention with its uncanny resemblance to a shark!

Our first look at the Shark Rock

The nose, the eyes, and the mouth bear a perfect resemblance to a great white jumping out of the water!

What I loved the most is that people have inserted small rocks into the shark’s mouth to give the appearance of teeth. It truly is the perfect finishing touch!

The Shark Rock is a very Instagrammable spot and clearly, we came completely unprepared. We saw other visitors perform scenes from Jaws, pretend to be fishing for a shark, enact shark attacks, and even ride the shark!

Let your imagination run wild with this rock, and also come prepared with any props for the photo opportunity with the shark.

Finish the hike

The easiest option to complete the mini-hike to the Shark Rock and Hollow Tree is to trace your steps back. Just remember to stay on the path that brought you here.

Hello from inside the Hollow Tree!

However, if you choose to continue walking uphill, you’ll reach Jat’s Incline. In fact, if you know the point where this path meets Jat’s Incline, you can combine Tate’s Cairn Hike with Shark Rock.

Hong Kong’s infamous Shark Rock

As always, we hope you enjoyed uncovering this hidden gem in Hong Kong. There are plenty of unique rock formations that you can hike to. My favourites are Rhino Rock and Amah Rock.

There are some good hikes with amazing views next to the Shark Rock, such as Temple Hill, which is always in view during the Shark Rock Hike, or the neighbouring Tate’s Cairn or Kowloon Peak.

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