West Buffalo Hill, Mountain summit in Sha Tin District, Hong Kong.
West Buffalo Hill (Wong Ngau Shan) is a 604-metre hill in Ma On Shan Country Park, New Territories, Hong Kong. It lies directly west of Buffalo Hill, from which its name derives, and Stage 4 of the MacLehose Trail passes through the hill.
The mountain has long served as a geographical reference point for those traveling between Sha Tin District and the Clear Water Bay region. Its elevated position made it useful for orientation and navigation in the local landscape.
The hill's name comes from its position directly west of Buffalo Hill, which lies to its east. Stage 4 of the MacLehose Trail crosses the southern slope, so through-hikers on that long-distance route pass the hill rather than climbing to the 604-metre summit.
Sturdy footwear with good grip is essential, as paths can be slippery especially after rain. Bring sufficient water and start early to complete your climb with daylight remaining.
The hill's name comes from its position directly west of Buffalo Hill (水牛山), which lies across a saddle to the east. The two are often climbed together on a route that also takes in the MacLehose Trail Stage 4.
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