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Lamma Island Family Trail For Easy Hike With Young Kids
Easy Stroll, Beach, Views, And More In Lamma With Kids
Updated: November 5, 2026
If you are looking for an easy hike for little legs (2+ years), then head to Pier 4 to catch a ferry to Lamma Island to hike the Family Trail! We suggest starting from Sok Kwu Wan; the ferry takes about 25 minutes. Stroll past the waterfront seafood restaurants and Tin Hau Temple, following signs for Yung Shue Wan. Take the paved Lamma Island Family Trail uphill, and you will be pleasantly surprised by the beautiful vistas along the way.
The trail ends at Hung Shing Yeh Beach, which is great if you start early and want to spend the afternoon splashing around with the kids. Ending your journey on the Yung Shue Wan side gives you plenty more food options, from classic Hong Kong seafood restaurants to Spanish tapas and more. You are truly spoiled for choice; our Lamma Island Guide will have your family sorted on where to eat, shop, and how to get back home.
Ferry Schedules from Pier 4 in Central:
Hiking The Family Trail – Sok Kwu Wan Ferry Pier – Yung Shue Wan:
- Directions: From Sok Kwu Wan Ferry Pier, stroll past the waterfront seafood restaurants and Tin Hau Temple, following signs for Yung Shue Wan. Take the paved Lamma Island Family Trail uphill to the lookout pavilion for a scenic rest stop, then head downhill to Hung Shing Yeh Beach, perfect for a snack break and some sandy fun. Continue past Concerto Inn and through the villages to Yung Shue Wan’s main street and ferry pier. Expect some uphill stretches and steps along the way.
- Distance/Time: 5 kilometers; the trail takes around 1.5-2 hours.
- Age: Little legs – 2+ years.
Why Little Steps Loves It:
Make an afternoon of it by taking the whole bunch over to Lamma Island for a leisurely stroll. This somewhat flat, easy Family Trail ends at the beach!
Who It's Perfect For:
Easy hike on Lamma Island, ideal trail for little legs.
What Else:
Make sure to look out for Kamikaze Cave, a Japanese-built site from the WWII occupation of Hong Kong used for naval operations.
Where To Find It:
- Lamma Island Family Trail
- Lamma Island, New Territories, Hong Kong
Additional Info:
Photos: Tom Grundy/HKFP
Nicky Blokhoff
Nicky Blokhoff is a Rotterdam-born writer and editor who has lived and worked across Europe before calling Lantau home. She holds an MA in Broadcast Journalism and a background in teaching English and Drama. Nicky has been part of the Little Steps Asia team since 2017, taking on nearly every role along the way — from Sales Writer, Regional Editor to FB Live Host. She is currently the Education Editor, a role that sits perfectly alongside her teaching roots. When she’s not writing, you’ll find her reading, swimming, sunbathing, or catching live music — just as likely to be front row at a classical concert as she is at a metal gig.
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