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Fort Ebey State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,321 Google reviews · Running trail in Coupeville, Washington · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Fort Ebey State Park'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.
Former site of a WWII coastal-defense fort offering camping, biking & walking trails, & a beach.
What runners say about Fort Ebey State Park
“Sites closest to the scenic bluff trail overlooking Puget Sound have a path directly to the trail--convenient for going to watch the sunset.”
“Really nice park, clean restrooms and campers played nice keeping it quiet at night.”
Fantastic little park. If you are looking for a place with lots and lots of trails, this is the place to go. We camped here, it was great. Note, there's only one bathroom, and it closes twice daily for cleaning.
I hadn't gone here in years, and truly enjoyed it. Be advised there is a momma deer with several babies, and don't get too close. There is some parking (not much) available at this part of Fort Ebey State Park.
Great camping experience! Sites are large and equipped with a picnic table and a fire pit with a grill. Sites closest to the scenic bluff trail overlooking Puget Sound have a path directly to the trail--convenient for going to watch the sunset.
This place is beautiful. If you like the outdoors this place is a must. -It has a camp site settled into a gorgeous spot in the woods. -There is drive up beach access. Panoramic ocean views and old forts to explore. -There are also running trails that let you see ocean views one moment and deep forests the next.
Trail conditions & character
“Sites closest to the scenic bluff trail overlooking Puget Sound have a path directly to the trail--convenient for going to watch the sunset.”
“There isn't a bathroom facility at the beach trailhead, but by the entrance to the state park there is a bathroom.”
“You will have to spend $10 on parking so don't forget to do that unless you have a WA State park pass.”
“My daughter & I saw a river otter run across the beach from the tide pools to the wooded area.”
“Your need a Discover Pass ($30/yr) and it is dog friendly!”
“Really nice park, clean restrooms and campers played nice keeping it quiet at night.”
“Parts of the Bluff Trail are steep and a bit muddy.”
Plan your run at Fort Ebey State Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- 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.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteparks.wa.gov
- Phone+1 360-678-4636
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Hours
| Monday | 7 am–9:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–9:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–9:30 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–9:30 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–9:30 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–9:30 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–9:30 pm |
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