First Day Hike at Deception Pass State Park

About the Event

Registration is not required for the easy, medium, or hard hike. Registration is required for the Family Hike (adults with children ages 0-5) which is hosted in partnership with Fidalgo Nature School. Use the following link to register: Family Hike Registration.

First day hikers are welcome to the Cornet Bay Retreat Center at Deception Pass State Park for a fun morning of hikes. Starting at 9:00 AM, hikers are invited to enjoy warm drinks and snacks. At 9:30 AM hikers will then have the option select their preferred activity based on difficulty level. Hikes range in difficulty from easy to hard. All hikes are on and around Goose Rock and include some of the most popular trails in the park. Hikers can expect to see a variety of wildlife, experience old growth forest, and enjoy amazing views of the Salish Sea and rocky cliffs of Deception Pass.

Event Schedule

9:00 AM - Warm drinks and snacks available

9:30 AM - Welcome

9:45 AM - Hikes leave the Cornet Bay Retreat Center

11:00 AM to 12:00 PM - Hikes return to Cornet Bay Retreat Center

Hike Options
Discovery Trail Hike (Easy, 1.1 miles and 204ft)

Goose Rock Perimeter Hike (Medium, 2.25 miles and 515ft)

Goose Rock Summit Hike (Hard, 2.30 miles and 765ft)

Family Hike (pre-registration required)

Suggested minimum age of children to attend - All ages welcomed.

Things to bring - Water, hiking snacks, hiking shoes, and dress for the weather.

Cancellation Information - In the event of extreme weather (wind or snow), the event may be canceled. Contact DeceptionPass.Interpreter@parks.wa.gov or 360-228-5758 with questions.

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