SATURDAY MORNING HIKE - Hoypus Hill, Deception Pass

Summer walks and hikes are starting earlier to beat the heat and the crowds. At this time of year, remember sun screen, water for yourself and dogs, as well, bug spray is a good idea. Never plan to leave your dog in the car while you run errands before/after or stop for lunch.

Take a walk in the forest of huge trees, the quiet side of Deception Pass.
[Deception Pass State Park - Hoypus Point — Washington Trails Association (wta.org)](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/deception-pass-hoypus-point)

[Road less traveled: Hoypus Point Forest offers mixture of grand views, history and deep woods escape at Deception Pass | Whidbey News-Times (whidbeynewstimes.com)](https://www.whidbeynewstimes.com/news/road-less-traveled-hoypus-point-forest-offers-mixture-of-grand-views-history-and-deep-woods-escape-at-deception-pass/)

Distance: 6.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 600 ft
Parking: paved lot
Passes or Permits required: Discover Pass required
Dogs allowed on leash. poop must be scooped.
Humans must be vaccinated or masked.

Take I5 north to Mt Vernon, take exit 230. At the freeway off ramp turn left onto Highway 20 west, follow this for 18 miles to Deception Pass. Continue another mile. There will be a stoplight at the main entrance to Deception Pass State Park, which is on the right. You will turn left at the stoplight onto Coronet Bay Road. If coming north on Highway 20 from Oak Harbor the turn will be on your right. Follow Coronet Bay Road to its end at the marina, 1.4 miles from the stoplight. There is plenty of parking and restrooms available. The trail starts at the road closure. Note: the marina is popular with boaters in the summer.