I checked those hiking trail conditions you asked about. We did the loop last Saturday and the path was dry for the most part. There are a few muddy sections near the creek crossing, but nothing that requires waterproof boots. The lower trailhead has a new parking area that opened last month. The elevation gain is spread out nicely, so it never feels too steep. We saw deer about a mile in. I would say plan for about three hours round trip with a short break at the overlook. Let me know if you want more details.
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I finally read that novel you recommended last week. The pacing was slower than I expected at first, but the character arcs really pulled me in by the middle chapters. The setting descriptions were vivid, especially the coastal scenes. I appreciated how the author handled the dialogue between the two main characters. There was a twist near the end that I did not see coming, which made the whole thing worthwhile. I would be curious to hear your take on the final chapter and whether you thought the resolution fit the story.