From the summit the view stretches to Lamma Island, Red Hill and Dragon's Back Trail.

The route has frequent maps, one public bathroom and no water stops so carry sufficient liquids with you.

Canadians fought against the Japanese invaders on Mount Butler during World War II.

[3] On the slopes of Mount Butler, John Robert Osborn of the Winnipeg Grenadiers won the Victoria Cross for his gallantry and sacrifice during the battle.

It was built in 1996 as part of the system that provides air-to-ground communications and METAR broadcasts for Hong Kong International Airport.