I started at Rosario Beach and then went up to Rosario Head. After coming back down I took the trail above Sharpe Cove to Bowman Bay where it was busy with kayakers, picnickers and campers. Heading for Reservation Head I went over the headland since the tide was still to high to walk below it on the beach. Once on Reservation Head I did the counter-clockwise loop and explored a few of the additional headlands on spurs off the main trail. There was fog that moved around all day constantly changing the views in the area sometimes obscuring a whole island or head and a few minutes later moving and revealing the entire feature in bright sun.

We arrived at the large parking area near the beach at Bowman Bay around 3:30 and it was about 1/2 full. Privies are available and a Discover Pass is required to park. From the parking area, you can either hike north and west to Rosario Head or south along the beach to Lighthouse and Lottie Points. 

We chose Rosario Head as our outbound route and found the trail near the parking area. The trail follows the shoreline north through a large picnic area, passing the CCC Interpretive Center. The trail then turns west near Bowman Bay camping area and is easy to follow to Rosario Head. The trail steepens near the campsites but levels out quickly. I did not observe any obstacles or concerns with this part of the trail. 

After taking in the beautiful scenery at Rosario Head, we decided to double back to the parking area and head south from there for the Lottie and Lighthouse Point Loops. From the parking area, the trail follows the shoreline, crosses a wooden bridge, turns steeply uphill for a bit, and then downhill to an intersection for the Lighthouse and Lottie Point Trails. We chose the Lottie Point Trail. From this point, the trail is a bit confusing because it is supposed to be a loop but is not signed very well. Parts of the trail are on very steep switchbacks and are dangerously close to steep cliff edges. We encountered several trees down over the trail but we were able to get over (or under) all of them with a little but of stretching. Lastly, parts of the Lottie Point Trail are overgrown and could use some brushing. We eventually found the Lottie Point loop (after doubling back a bit), took in the limited view, and headed to Lighthouse Point. 

The Lighthouse Point Trail is a stark contrast to the Lottie Point Trail in that is is wide and easy to follow with no obstacles to note. We arrived at the point just as the the sun was starting to set and decided to cut our time there short so we wouldn't have to walk back in the dark. We arrived back at the parking area around 8:00 just in time to enjoy the sunset. In summary,  Rosario Head and Lighthouse Point are amazing but I think we will skip Lottie Point the next time we are out in the area. 

Here is a link to a map of the area. Based on this map, I estimate that our route was around 4 miles in total length. 

https://www.deceptionpassfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/ParkMapWeb.pdf

We parked in the bowman bay lot and enjoyed the lottie/lighthouse loop. Note if hiking with kids or dogs  - there are several steep drop offs with no railings/barriers so take care not to venture off trail! Beautiful views and fun to see deception pass from another angle.

We arrived at the Bowman Bay TH and boat launch at 9:45 and had no trouble finding parking spot in this large lot.   We took the trail to the right, which leads to Rosario Head.  The views along the way and when you arrive at Rosario Head are outstanding.  Deception Pass and the islands are very impressive in their beauty.    We headed back to Bowman Bay and had lunch at one of the many picnic tables that are available.  After lunch we hiked a bit further on Bowman Bay.

Next stop was to drive across the bridge and enter the main gate of Deception Pass State Park.   We went to West Beach and walked the dunes nature trail.   This is a very pleasant interpretive trail.  Along the way, we stopped to admire the 850 year old tree in the dunes, which is very impressive in its size and limb structure.

These trails provided a pleasant and gorgeous adventure.   We ended up logging 4.7 miles and 260' elevation gain.

Started out foggy this morning but cleared as we hiked.  Nice views and love hearing the waves come on shore.  The trail to Lighthouse Point has some trees down and the trail is a bit overgrown in places.  Recorded elevation gain was over 1000' - not 350' - composed mostly of up and down small hills (highest elevation point is 110').  Completed 5.25 mile hike in 2:30 with several stops for pictures and enjoying the scenery.