Shek Pik Reservoir to the Big Buddha

A classic Lantau climb linking Shek Pik Reservoir with Ngong Ping and the Big Buddha, gaining about 366 m over a 4.62 km mother segment. ## Overview The route starts beside Shek Pik Reservoir and climbs fully paved roads toward Ngong Ping, finishing near the Big Buddha plateau. Reservoir and valley views give way to Lantau's best-known landmark. Buses, taxis, coaches and permitted vehicles continue to use the road, while Ngong Ping is especially busy on holidays. ## Climb analysis The mother segment is 4.62 km with about 366 m of ascent, averaging roughly 7.9%. The formal rebuild has three sections covering 4.48 km and about 360 m: one real Strava subsegment and two terrain fills. The small difference is normal endpoint coverage. It is longer and steadier than The Beast, so conserve energy beside the reservoir and protect cadence in the upper half. ## Riding tips - Begin below threshold and build effort in the second half. - A compact crank with a 30T–34T cassette is sensible. - Carry water and food before Shek Pik; do not assume Ngong Ping shops are open. - Keep left and single file around long buses and their rear-wheel cut-in. - Watch pedestrians, coaches and opening doors near Ngong Ping. - Check brakes before the long descent, cool them periodically and allow more distance when wet. South Lantau roads are in a closed-road area, but Lantau Closed Road Permit rules apply to motor vehicles. Cyclists must obey signs, police and temporary arrangements. Buses, coaches, taxis and permitted vehicles use Keung Shan and Ngong Ping roads. Check TD/HKeMobility on the day for works, festivals, landslides or severe weather closures. Cool, dry weekday mornings from October to March; avoid Ngong Ping holiday peaks and cancel for heavy rain, thunderstorms, typhoons, dense fog or closure. Shek Pik Reservoir views · 4.62 km and about 366 m ascent · Big Buddha and Ngong Ping finish