Deception Pass State Park
Easy and moderate day hikes for people of all ages along beaches and to the the highest point on Whidbey Island.
on the trail
Goose Rock
Begin on the West Point of Rosario Straight following the beach trail up and under Deception Pass Bridge to Goose Rock and down to Cornet Bay. Return using several well maintained and popular trails.
north beach
Hike from east to west or west to east and back along the North Beach Trail
west beach
Hike out and back along West Beach and consider taking the Dunes Interpretive Loop Trail along Rosario Strait and Cranberry Lake, respectively.
amenities
- Hiking Trails
- Sandy Beaches
- Interpretive Center
- Fishing Dock
- Campground
notes
- For day hikes in the north part of Deception Pass State Park, use the Bowman Bay route/place.
Information for Leaders
The Mountaineers has a commercial use permit with Washington State Parks for all free and fee-based outings at state parks. Leaders should carry a print or digital copy of our commercial use permit to show rangers they may encounter.
- Suitable Activities: Day Hiking
- Seasons: Year-round
- Weather: View weather forecast.
- Difficulty: Easy
- Length: 4.3 mi
- Elevation Gain: 484 ft
- 484 ft
- Land Manager: Deception Pass State Park
- Parking Permit Required: Discover Pass
- Recommended Party Size: 12
- Maximum Party Size: 12
- Green Trails Deception Pass No. 41S
Upcoming Activities
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- Deception Pass State Park
- Deception Pass State Park: Goose Rock
- Goose Rock
- Deception Pass State Park: North Beach
- North Beach
- Deception Pass State Park: West Beach
- West Beach
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