Climbs 10
Rocktype Basalt
Altitude 40m a.s.l
Faces S
The crag is formed by tuff columns forming features similar to those seen at classic locations such as Giants Causeway in Ireland, only here the rock has been subjected to a little more in the way of tropical weathering. As such, the rock is mostly solid but has a thin covering of flakey weathered rock that will fall off with use. The top of the crag is very loose and the safest exit is by moving right along the ridge towards the headland. Beware of occasional very large unattached rocks. Helmets are recommended.
Good topo here:
https://hongkongclimbing.com/guide/waterfall-rock/
From Sai Kung town take a bus to the country park entrance on Tai Mong Tsai Road. From here it is necessary to take a taxi to the end of the East Dam of High Island Reservoir (by the large hexagonal sea defenses). Walk to the far end of the sea wall, passing the outcrop of Po Pin Chau, and cross over the fence before continuing along the headland on a small path.
Cross a small stream and ascend to the saddle of the hill (Fa Shan). The path splits into three when you reach the headland. Follow the steep path which cuts directly down the pebble beach and carry along the coast, around two head lands (past some other potentially worthwhile crags) until Waterfall Rock – Fashion Crag is reached.
This approach can be made in all but high tides. However, the bottom of the cliffs are washed by waves if there is a swell running so flat seas are advisable.
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