Hiking in Washington is an experience like no other — and if you live here and don’t hit the trails regularly, you’re really missing out. Luckily, we have plenty of paths perfect for beginners, some of which have some incredible scenery. The Hoypus Point Trail is one of them, and hiking it will awaken your inner outdoor enthusiast.
You’ll find the Hoypus Point Trail in Deception Pass State Park, on Whidbey Island near Oak Harbor.
Chelsea Wysinger / alltrails.com Deception Pass is one of the most visually stunning parts of our state, so if you can hike here, you’re lucky.
Although the trail is around 5 miles long, it isn’t overly complicated, so it’s great for beginners.
Romain Jouandeau / alltrails.com In fact, it’s a perfect hike for those who only have half a day, and even for older children and dogs.
Quite a bit of the path is waterfront, which makes it even more pleasant.
Take a Hike / alltrails.com You’ll catch views of the Deception Pass Bridge, Strawberry Island, Fidalgo Island, Ben Ure Island, and Pass Island along the way.
While getting an early start in the morning will minimize your chances of seeing other hikers, going just before sunset has its benefits as well.
Doug Lockner / alltrails.com The trail is open from dawn to dark, so you’ll have plenty of time.
While you’re welcome to hike straight through, there are plenty of places to stop and have a picnic along the way.
Chelsea Wysinger / alltrails.com You may as well make a day of it.
As with any state park hike, this trail requires a Discover Pass to use.
Kevin Craig / alltrails.com However, there are plenty of free park days coming up in 2019: June 1, June 8, and June 9, for example.
Hiking in Washington doesn’t have to be intimidating. These easy trails all have amazing payoffs.
Chelsea Wysinger / alltrails.com
Deception Pass is one of the most visually stunning parts of our state, so if you can hike here, you’re lucky.
Romain Jouandeau / alltrails.com
In fact, it’s a perfect hike for those who only have half a day, and even for older children and dogs.
Take a Hike / alltrails.com
You’ll catch views of the Deception Pass Bridge, Strawberry Island, Fidalgo Island, Ben Ure Island, and Pass Island along the way.
Doug Lockner / alltrails.com
The trail is open from dawn to dark, so you’ll have plenty of time.
You may as well make a day of it.
Kevin Craig / alltrails.com
However, there are plenty of free park days coming up in 2019: June 1, June 8, and June 9, for example.
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