History/Background
The Park was a natural woodland in at Shui Ngau Ling, Yuen Long. The existing geographical pattern and trees was preserved as much as possible. The park was officially opened by Mr. Cheung Yan Lung, chairman of the Regional Council to the public on 26 October 1991. It occupies 7.5 hectares.
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