On a previous trip over the Deception Pass Bridge after a long and tiring day, we knew we would have to come back to explore Deception Pass further. We made the trip back to Deception Pass State Park (map) only a few weeks later when friends were visiting from out of town.

Even on a busy holiday (4th of July), we found the park to be very accessible. We chose to picnic on north beach on the south side of the pass (park map). It was an easy trek down to the beach from the parking lot, though climbing over a few logs and the rocks can be a bit of a challenge for little ones. Once there, we were presented with a gorgeous view of the bridge and the pass itself.

After the picnic we drove around a bit. West Beach was quite a bit busier but looked a bit softer and included some concessions for a more classic beach experience. There is also a lot of camping and hiking within the park itself. Deception Pass State Park is a good destination for any number of experiences you might want to enjoy.