Xichong to Dongchong Coastal Trail

The Xichong to Dongchong Coastal Trail links two of the Dapeng Peninsula's best-known beaches over roughly 10km one-way. Hikers reach the Xichong Beach trailhead via bus route E11 or M290 from Dapeng town centre, with the same buses serving Dongchong at the far end, so no permit or private transport is required, though a small beach access fee may apply at either end. The route follows a coastal headland path with several climbs reaching up to roughly 200m, on a surface that mixes packed dirt, rocky sections along the cliffs, and sandy stretches near the beaches themselves. Exposure to sun and wind is significant along the headland climbs, with little tree cover, though a few sheltered coves offer brief relief. Notable landmarks include the mid-route headland lookout with views back toward Xichong Beach and out to the South China Sea, several rocky coves suitable for a rest stop, and the final descent into Dongchong Beach, a popular turn-around point with food stalls and transport connections back to town. There are no formal refuge huts along the trail, and drinking water is only reliably available at the trailheads at either end, so hikers should carry enough for the full crossing. The one-way hike takes 4-5 hours, and many hikers arrange a one-way bus trip rather than retracing the full route.