We started up at the main parking lot and did the forest/meadow loop. It was an easy, pleasant, quiet walk, with temps in the low 80s (quite a warm day for Whidbey Island!). All parts of the trail were dry. Much of the forest section is lined with stinging nettle this time of year, but the trail is wide enough that you don't have to worry about accidentally brushing against any of it. Along the meadow section, Himalayan blackberries are ripening as are the wild rosehips. The blackberries are invasive, so eat as much as you'd like! There are also wooden benches along the trail for those who need to rest.
Overall, this was a lovely little day hike and would be a nice option for those wanting to experience a bit of the beach/forest of Whidbey Island while avoiding the crowds of more popular parks such as Deception Pass.
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