I love any day that starts with a ferry ride.
The rain held off for most of our hike today and we were able to enjoy lunch on the bluff with a trio of bald eagles overhead. This trail is good all year round.

great little hike. didn't do the full 3.5 mile loop at the top of the hill. but kids and grandparents had fun! it was sunny and 48deg, it got pretty windy and chilly later in the afternoon.

Spectacular weather for November! All of the mountains were out. From the top of the hill I was able to see the Olympics, Rainier, Cascades, and Baker. What a beautiful state we live in!

Whidbey seemed to have somewhat better weather today, so I decided to try my luck there. One can’t go wrong with Ebey’s landing, even when hail hits mid-hike.

Cemetery lot was half full, restrooms were open and stocked.

Trail expectedly had some muddy spots, but never too bad. I was surprised to discover a trail that actually follows periphery of Perego’s lagoon. I guess previous times I always walked along the beach, but it would not be possible today due to high tide and waves.

As I was was following the lowland trail, a weather system arrived that brought pouring rain and even hail. At least now I know my waterproofs are really waterproof. As it was leaving, it created an incredible scenery with all different blue hues of water.

A few eagles were out and about, including a huge bald eagle. Tons of kelps on the beach. Heads up there was also a decaying seal corpse on the beach not too far from the lower parking lot (in case you find it disturbing or unpleasant). 

A surprise mild day sent us out to Ebey's Landing for a stroll. The top of the bluff is in excellent condition and the beach was still walkable even around 1pm even with a very high tide (+9) having just occurred at 11:15am.

Lots of waterfowl in the lagoon.

All the big mountains were visible from the bluff top: Baker, Glacier, Rainier and the Olympics.

There was some dog poop left (unbagged), but other than that very pleasant walking, which I'd recommend for the fall and winter day ahead.