Rhino Rock in Hong Kong

On the rugged hillside just outside the perimeter of the People's Liberation Army's Stanley Barracks, stands a giant rock that closely resembles a rhinoceros. The hike to Rhino Rock begins next to the army base's entrance gate. A sharp but brief ascent up a set of dilapidated steps transports hikers from the luxury houses on the west side of Stanley's Wong Ma Kok cape, over to the rugged and undeveloped eastern side.  From the eastern face of the cape, hikers can enjoy stunning views northwards back towards Stanley village, and east across Tai Tam Bay towards Cape d'Aguilar and the famed Dragon's Back ridge. Equally spectacular are the giant rock formations encountered while bushwhacking and scrambling en route to Rhino Rock. Once at Rhino Rock, hikers can climb onto the giant rock to further admire the sweeping coastal views, and keep an eye out for local wildlife. Black kites and eagles are regularly witnessed circling above the azure waters of Tai Tam Bay, making the locale popular with bird watchers. For those with an adventurous spirit, the route to Rhino Rock requires navigation, bushwhacking and clambering in a location that feels truly secluded. The craggy hillside and dramatic coastlines easily negating the occasional views of nearby settlements and the presence of the neighbouring army base.