Ma On Shan, Mountain summit in New Territories, Hong Kong.

Ma On Shan is a mountain summit in the New Territories reaching 702 meters, with rocky terrain and steep sections marking the climb to the top. The landscape changes as you ascend, moving through different vegetation zones and terrain types.

The mountain was home to an iron mine that operated until 1976, extracting ore at significant volumes for export purposes. Mining activity shaped the landscape and left visible marks on the terrain for many decades.

The name means Horse Saddle Mountain, referring to the distinctive shape of its twin peaks that stand out when viewed from the surrounding areas. This profile has become a recognizable landmark in the local landscape.

The trailhead is accessible from Ma On Shan MTR station, and the route covers varied terrain with sections of different difficulty levels. Bring sturdy footwear and plenty of water, as the exposed sections can get hot during warmer periods.

Rhododendron simsii blooms with red flowers here in late March, alongside two other native rhododendron species; these are not confined to this region. The common muntjac (Muntiacus muntjac), not the Indian muntjac, lives on the slopes. The Chinese Lily grows on the eastern slope, and the Bamboo Orchid in the streams.