Silvermine Bay Beach

I’ve always felt the Silvermine Bay beach was underrated by most of Hong Kong. When asked what’s the best beach to go to Sai Kung is usually the destination. I understand that being so close to the pier and civilization Silvermine beach is prone to be dirtier than those in Sai Kung or even Chung Sha, down the road, however, of all the times that I’ve been I have not had a problem. That being said I generally go to hang out on the sand, not in the water.
Silvermine beach is in a great location surrounded by some good shops and restaurants. It stretches for quite some distance meaning that there’s always a spot that isn’t crowded. It also has a volleyball net set up for any one crazy enough to play an outdoor sport during the day. On the way to the beach, from the pier and bus terminal, be sure to swing by 711 or one of the other stores to stock up on supplies as walking back and forth tends to be annoying.
By the beach are a series of BBQ pits, an inn, and a resort so food and drinks are plentiful. On top of all the above the beach has be known to host some really fun parties and music festivals. One of the music festivals that I went to went on through the day, the music wasn’t the best but everyone who attended were there to have a good time, smile and enjoy the weekend. Speaking of weekends, don’t come here! I know not everyone has a freelance job or lives in Mui Wo but on Saturday or Sunday the beach starts to fill up. It’s never that bad that you feel like your private space is being invaded and if you do feel that way the next beach is only a ten minute tax ride away!