Braemer Hill

Braemer Hill

At 4.5 kilometers and with an elevation of just over 150m altogether, we rank this walk as one of our easier ones, but expect the main climb at the very start. The route to the top is a mix of stairs and natural trails.

The main view can be reached by following signs Compass View. From here, you’ll see sweeping views out over Victoria Harbour. Routes are signposted clearly, but are a myriad of paths to explore and smaller outcrops dotted around with lesser-seen views. If you want to sit and watch a sunset, Red Incense Hill promises to deliver an amazing view out over long Victoria Harbour and makes this short walk especially memorable.

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DIRECTIONS

  1. Take a bus or taxi to the eastern end of Braemar Hill Road.
  2. Look out for a gate on the left-hand side of the road; this is the entrance.
  3. Pass through the gate and you’ll be on the Po Luen Path.
  4. The climb begins almost immediately along a mix of stairs and paths.
  5. At the top of the stairs, follow signs up to Compass View.
  6. Head across the platform and down the stairs on the opposite side.
  7. Follow signs for Sir Cecil’s Ride en route to Red Incense Hill.
  8. At the end of the path, there is an option to take a right turn where you’ll find a lookout with a view out across the harbor.
  9. Follow signs up to Red Incense Hill where you’ll find the main view of the day.
  10. Be prepared to scramble through a bit of bush and negotiate a few rocks.
  11. If you arrive a little bit before sunset, you can grab a good spot.
  12. Be sure to pack a torch if descending back down in the dark.

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