Black Hill, Hong Kong

Black Hill (Chinese: 五桂山) is a hill that lies between the communities of Lam Tin and Tiu Keng Leng, Hong Kong. It is named for former administrator Major General Wilsone Black, a British Army officer in the 19th century.

Black Hill, Hong Kong
五桂山
One of Black Hill's summits
Highest point
Elevation304 m (997 ft)
Coordinates22°18′43.48″N 114°14′44.36″E 
Geography
Black Hill, Hong Kong
Location of Black Hill in Hong Kong
Location Hong Kong

Geography
Left of middle are the three main peaks of Black Hill. Right of middle lies Chiu Keng Wan Shan. On the far right, Devil's Peak can be seen

Black Hill has several major peaks, and the tallest of which is 304m in height.[1] To the south lies another hill called Chiu Keng Wan Shan. Parts of Lam Tin South are built on the foot of Black Hill.

Access

There are many trails that lead to the peaks of Black hill. The Wilson Trail runs through the top ridge of Black Hill.[2] A large part of the trail on this mountain is rocky and may not be suitable for beginning hikers. Hikers can reach Black Hill from Ma Yau Tong, Tiu Keng Leng or Lam Tin.

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See also

References
  1. "Ch5 Analysis of The Hong Kong Landscape". www.pland.gov.hk. Retrieved 7 September 2019.
  2. "Wilson Trail Stage 3 (Backwards) Hike". Time Out Hong Kong. Retrieved 7 September 2019.

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