Wan Tsai – West Campsite

Clutching our heavy backpacks, we began our hike to Wan Tsai – West Campsite. The trail from Hoi Ha village meandered alongside a beautiful marine park. The Tai Tan Country Trail eventually led us to the Wan Tsai peninsula and its two campsites. Wan Tsai – West Campsite is quite large. A smaller South Camp sits near the shore. We chose a spot near the water’s edge. Our only neighbor was a friendly, chatty man named Jacko, who seemed to be a semi-permanent resident. He told us how busy Wan Tsai – West Campsite could get on weekends. We felt lucky to have found such a peaceful spot. Besides Jacko, only six or seven other tents dotted the far side of the field. Wan Tsai – West Campsite has convenient facilities. Flush toilets, showers, and a tap water supply are readily available. There are even barbecue pits, though you need to bring your own supplies. The official Wan Tsai Nature Trail loops around the peninsula’s southern part. It meanders over a couple of small hills. A more interesting, unofficial trail leads to the northern tip. From there, you can enjoy stunning views of Grass Island to the east and Hoi Ha bay to the west. At the trail’s end, unique rock formations line the shore, including a massive rectangular boulder nicknamed the “coffin” boulder. Wan Tsai – West Campsite is an ideal spot for those seeking a balance between accessibility and tranquility. With good views, clean facilities, and a chance for solitude, it offers a rewarding escape into nature.