This is a great hike with many lookouts. There's a nominal parking fee here to help maintain the parking lot and trail. I've done it numerous times and have never been disappointed.

I recommend going at sunrise since it can be a pretty busy during the day on the weekends. Just remember to hike with someone else or have bear spray with you since black bears do live in this area (I've never seen one since they're quite shy but I'd rather be safe than sorry!)

I recommend doing the trail counter clockwise. The trail is steeper on this side, but shorter and then you get to enjoy a longer, more gradual decline on the way back which is nicer on the knees.

I 100% recommend bringing breakfast or dinner and setting up a little picnic up here. It's a beautiful location for golden hour and there's a plethora of spots to sit.