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Bluff Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 400 Google reviews · Running trail in Coupeville, Washington · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Bluff Trail's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Scenic hikes along the ocean with views of the surrounding mountains.
What runners say about Bluff Trail
“The trail itself is pretty easy and well-maintained, and it’s dog-friendly, which makes it even better.”
“This portion is a short easy walk, and there are beautiful views of the ocean the whole way.”
“This portion is a short easy walk, and there are beautiful views of the ocean the whole way.”
As people have noted, it's a great trail. We actually started at the parking lot but went the opposite direction on the beach just to explore. Then we doubled back to climb up to the bluff trail. We saw a pair of eagles above and a hawk/osprey hunting below. The trail, even on a pretty day, was not heavily trafficked.
There is a wide, short trailer you could take a stroller on. This portion is a short easy walk, and there are beautiful views of the ocean the whole way. The trail continues further into the woods. I'm looking forward to coming back and exploring more.
Ebeys landing trail offers a nice hike with beautiful landscape. You need to take a ferry to reach this place if you are coming from Seattle and needs Discover pass for parking. Bluff trail is 5 miles narrow trail. Dogs are allowed to the trail so everyone is happy !!
Ebey’s Landing Bluff Trail is easily one of the most cinematic locations in Washington. Every time I come here it feels completely different depending on the weather, season, and even which direction you walk the trail. What makes this place so special for photos is the variety of scenery packed into one location.
Trail conditions & character
“Within a short walk you get dramatic coastal cliffs, rolling fields, beach access, ocean views, wildflowers, and soft grassy hills that almost look like something out of a movie.”
“It's literally right off the road you there is limited parking and parking spots but you can park all up and down the road along the water front.”
“Within a short walk you get dramatic coastal cliffs, rolling fields, beach access, ocean views, wildflowers, and soft grassy hills that almost look like something out of a movie.”
“The trail up is well tended, there are some roots exposed in one section that make for unsteady walking.”
“Going on the loop trail, many people choose to skip the beach walk and return the same way they started, since walking on the beach for 2 miles may get a bit boring.”
“By the parking there is a beach, bathroom, and a few benches.”
“The trail itself is pretty easy and well-maintained, and it’s dog-friendly, which makes it even better.”
Plan your run at Bluff Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
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Hours
| Monday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–8 pm |
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