Ebey's Landing — Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021

Despite the ferry situation this weekend and ominous weather report, I ventured over to Port Townsend to visit an old friend and climbing buddy.  By 11 am or so the rain stopped and the winds kicked up.  We took the Coupeville ferry to Whidbey on bikes and road to the lower trailhead for Ebey’s Landing.  Locked the bikes to wooden posts and started our hike up the bluff.  The sun was out and cold wind was whipping.  The hillside trail was dry and in great shape. Had an eagle hovering over our heads while up on the bluff which is always special.  We decided to trek down onto the beach and complete the loop counterclockwise.  The tide was high and rough but we had enough beach for the traverse.  Lots of kelp on the sand and in the water.  Lots of conversation made the loop go fast.  At the end we snacked, then geared up for the ride back.  Saw maybe 10 people on the trail.  The scenery the entire way was stunning and we road on a variety of terrain in and out of state parks.  Lots of sun, wind, and tumultuous waterways.  Glad I took the journey.  Ebey never disappoints.