With its colorful docks teeming with fishing boats and charming seaside eateries, the cozy coastal town of Pillar Point Harbor offers a taste of New England along the California coast. The expansive ocean views and salty breezes attract all who love the sea, from fishermen to world-renowned surfers.
Venice State Beach is a beautiful coastal spot located in Half Moon Bay, California. Known for its scenic beauty, it offers a variety of activities and attractions. Venice Beach is one of four beaches that make up the Half Moon Bay State Beach, including Francis, Dunes, and Roosevelt beaches.
Half Moon Bay State Beach is a single state park made up of four beaches: Francis Beach, Venice Beach, Dunes Beach, and Roosevelt Beach. It’s a favorite spot for sunbathing, picnics, surfing, fishing, and camping.
Gray Whale Cove State Beach features a sheltered cove surrounded by cliffs that drop abruptly into the Pacific Ocean. The parking lot is located on the east side of Highway 1 which also allows access to McNee Ranch and Montara Mountain, part of Montara State Beach.
Of all Half Moon Bay's beaches, Poplar Beach stands out not just for its beauty, but also for its freedom. While most Coastside beaches prohibit dogs and horses, both are welcome at Poplar, making this a favorite destination for animal lovers.
Miramar Beach is a sandy beach in western San Mateo County, California. Miramar Beach is one of the numerous beaches on Half Moon Bay, a Pacific Ocean embayment noted for its surfing and extensive visitation.
Cowell Ranch Beach Access is one of these hidden gems is located just a few miles south of Half Moon Bay proper. Cowell Ranch beach and access trail is a quiet escape.
Dunes Beach is one of the northern beaches in Half Moon Bay State Beach that protects four miles of picturesque sandy beach and coastal terrace with several access points for recreation and enjoyment.
Purisima Creek is an 8.0 mi stream in San Mateo County, California which rises 1.3 mi north of Sierra Morena and flows westward to the Pacific Ocean 2.3 mi south-southeast of Miramontes Point.
