The parking lot at Sharpe Park was nearly full and there were more than the usual amount of hikers but everyone was was very considerate of others space.

I was there for the stonecrop so when my hiking partner continued on to Sares Head I took the Broom Tomb Trail up to Machin Overlook. I think the plants were at their peak about a week ago but they were still impressive and I'm glad I got to see them. I joined my partner at Sares Head for a bite eat and take in the views in the clearing skies. After Sharpe Park we headed to Rosario Head. Lots of people were there also to enjoy walking around or having a picnic.

Gorgeous day for a nice easy walk. Spectacular setting at Deception. People out but nothing crazy and everyone super respectful. Pristine trails not a spec of litter.

Peaceful Tuesday morning start at Rosario Beach. Only one other car in parking lot when arrived. So no problem social distancing until after 10 when several cars of birders arrived and a car or two of hikers.

Headed away from all toward Rosario Head and spotted various wildlife immediately. A big mother raccoon was heading up the trail toward Rosario Head and a smaller raccoon headed down to Rosario Beach. On high alert nearby, a Townsend's chipmunk sat on a large piece of driftwood taking it all in. Meanwhile, in an effort to snap Chippy's picture, noticed four mature eagles circling overhead south of the tidepools where a heron was fishing.

The madrone trees are just lovely this time of year with their showy blossoms and forest floor confetti on display. Spotted a pair of California quail running through the madrone's shade for deeper cover. So much to observe in this small park area if you slow down and take the time.

Did not venture over to Bowman Bay or Vista & Lighthouse Points. The people numbers were growing and the trails are very narrow in spots. Another time. We are just happy to have our state parks open again.

After a long respite, like from last August, Geezer Patrol minus two headed out for an easy walk to try out repaired feet and revised orthotics.  The parking lot was pretty quiet for the first two loops to Lottie Bay and Lighthouse Point but oh baby, the world turned out in the afternoon to completely fill the parking lot and eliminate all hope of social distancing on the trail to the North Headland. Old folks, young folks and kids of all ages loving being free and out of the house.

The fog was a constant companion until about 1:30 in the afternoon when it just up and dissipated like it always does.  Trails were all in fine shape in spite of the people load and for a mere 4.7 mile effort, you can visit all this area has to offer.

The governor would be unhappy to see all the people at this park and neither was I.  Gotta go get lost in the woods instead of doing the State Park thing but it was nice to see people pretty happy in spite of the medical onslaught we are all facing.

Its a really pretty place on a sunny day.  Make your own choices.

We decided to visit this beautiful state park as weather on Saturday was perfect for hiking this area with a lot of sunshine. As time went by, we saw plenty of people coming in the area with children and dogs. 

We parked at the Bowman beach parking lot and headed for the Rosario head loop trail. The storyboards of Maiden of Deception Pass is half-illegible already. While coming back from the Rosario head, we went down to the Bowman beach halfway in the trail and walked alongside the bay. Then we went towards the Lighthouse Point/Lottie Bay loops. There were two uprooted trees on the Lottie bay loop, one of them was cut down & cleared out very recently and the other isn't. This obstacle might be a little difficult for people with less flexibilities. The view of the Deception pass bridge was marred by the construction work that is going on the bridge, but we were able to get a few good pics with clear sky in the background. The Lighthouse point loop was all clear and saw a lot people hiking that one. Overall it was an awesome day out.