Half Moon Bay State Beach Tours

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Photo by Sara Crotts
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There's nothing more enjoyable than spending time by the seaside. Round up the kids, arrange a picnic and enjoy the fresh air at Half Moon Bay State Beach.

Sometimes it's the places that don't cost a cent that are where we make the best travel memories. And you're bound to make a few at this free stretch of coastline in Half Moon Bay. When you're finished at Half Moon Bay State Beach, we also recommend swinging by Mavericks Beach, Miramar Beach and Half Moon Bay Golf Links.

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Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa

Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa

4.5 out of 5
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Sep 8 - Sep 15
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dallas (DFW) to San Diego (SAN)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (507 reviews)
Everything was nice

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn

2.5 out of 5
Westside Santa Cruz
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Sep 12 - Sep 16
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Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to San Jose (SJC)
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Perfect spot to stay and be close to the boardwalk. You could hear the fun happening during park hours and when the park closed, it was quiet. Great place to stay. We will definitely come back.

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025

San Clemente Inn

San Clemente Inn

3 out of 5
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Oct 4 - Oct 11
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Denver (DEN) to Los Angeles (LAX)
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,250 reviews)
Great property. Walking distance to the beach. Large rooms were very accommodating. The fam and I will be back.

Reviewed on Jul 17, 2025

Popular places to visit

Sunset at Half Moon Bay beach. It was taken by my ip, no any editing but it looks so art :D

Poplar Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Poplar Beach during your trip to Half Moon Bay? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Poplar Beach
Pillar Point hike to Mavericks.

Francis Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Francis Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Half Moon Bay. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Francis Beach
Beach find

Venice Beach in Half Moon Bay

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Venice Beach in Half Moon Bay during your travels in Half Moon Bay? Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Venice Beach in Half Moon Bay
Amazing place to visit #halfmoonbaySf

Dunes Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Dunes Beach during your travels in Half Moon Bay? Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Dunes Beach
So I tend to see a lot of sunsets as you might find out... my favorite part is seeing how the textures and colors evolve and shift in the sky as the light perspective changes. I loved watching the Sand Pipers dance with the waves as they came in. That's Half Moon Bay in the distance and the world famous surf spot, Mavericks, just to the left of the headland.

Miramar Beach

4.5/5(7 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Miramar Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Half Moon Bay. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Miramar Beach

Redondo Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Redondo Beach during your trip to Half Moon Bay? Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Redondo Beach

Best Lodging Options Near Half Moon Bay State Beach

Aristocrat Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Aristocrat Hotel, BW Signature Collection

2.5 out of 5
1400 Cabrillo Hwy S, Half Moon Bay, CA
Aristocrat Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Quaint 3-bedroom house fenced yard firepit, WiFi HalfMoonBay 3 blocks from beach

Quaint 3-bedroom house fenced yard firepit, WiFi HalfMoonBay 3 blocks from beach

Half Moon Bay
Quaint 3-bedroom house fenced yard firepit, WiFi HalfMoonBay 3 blocks from beach
Small Beach Cottage near the Coastal Trail and The Ritz

Small Beach Cottage near the Coastal Trail and The Ritz

Half Moon Bay
Small Beach Cottage near the Coastal Trail and The Ritz
Upscale cottage: First block from the beach

Upscale cottage: First block from the beach

Half Moon Bay
Upscale cottage: First block from the beach
.5 mi to Beach, trails or Main Street ! Hot tub and fire pit!

.5 mi to Beach, trails or Main Street ! Hot tub and fire pit!

half moon bay
.5 mi to Beach, trails or Main Street ! Hot tub and fire pit!
Poplar Beach Home

Poplar Beach Home

Half Moon Bay
Poplar Beach Home
Modern Coastal Retreat, Walk to Downtown HMB & Beach

Modern Coastal Retreat, Walk to Downtown HMB & Beach

2 out of 5
Half Moon Bay
Modern Coastal Retreat, Walk to Downtown HMB & Beach
Private 2nd floor detached guesthouse, walk to the beach!

Private 2nd floor detached guesthouse, walk to the beach!

Half Moon Bay
Private 2nd floor detached guesthouse, walk to the beach!
Coastal Comfort with Short Walk to Bluffs and Beach

Coastal Comfort with Short Walk to Bluffs and Beach

Half Moon Bay
Coastal Comfort with Short Walk to Bluffs and Beach
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