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Half Moon Bay
This state beach is so big that it is actually comprised of four individual beaches Francis, Venice, Dunes, and Roosevelt.
Plan Around Half Moon Bay
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Half Moon Bay Details
This state beach is so big that it is actually comprised of four individual beaches Francis, Venice, Dunes, and Roosevelt. Each one offers different activities and landscapes, so make sure you allow enough time to see them all. Francis Beach on the southern end of the park is a popular spot for camping, with lots of picnic sites and BBQ grills lining the shore. Venice Beach is the least crowded of the four and features views of the ocean, Pilarcitos Creek, and Frenchmans Creek. Dunes Beach is the most popular, with numerous hiking trails and a long stretch of sand. Roosevelt Beach is the most rugged and least accessible, although the dramatic views over Pillar Point Harbor make it worth the effort to visit.
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Nearby Parks Around Half Moon Bay
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Half Moon Bay
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0.8 mi away
Half Moon Bay State Beach
Stretching for 2-miles along the Pacific Ocean, this park is actually made up of four different beaches - Roosevelt, Dunes, Venice, and Francis.
3.2 mi away
Burleigh H. Murray Ranch
The perfect mix of history and nature, this park was once a sheep and cattle ranch that produced dairy and other milk products during the late 1800s.
4.6 mi away
Route 35--Skyline Boulevard
Experience all the rugged twists and turns of the Bay Area with this short but sweet drive up the San Francisco Peninsula.
6.4 mi away
Montara State Beach
Just off State Route 1 north of Half Moon Bay, sits one of the cleanest beaches in the entire state of California.
7.7 mi away
Gray Whale Cove State Beach
This small but picturesque 3-acre park is a great place to visit for dramatic coastal views.
