Gray Whale Cove State Beach Tours

Photo by Tiffany Myrick
Photo by Tiffany Myrick
Let the sunshine warm your skin at Gray Whale Cove State Beach. After you've worked on your tan, hang around and watch the sky burst into different colors as the sun starts to set.

Find your way to the leafy township of Montara — that's where Gray Whale Cove State Beach is situated. Pay the price of admission and wander around this stretch of coastline at your own pace. If you'd love to see more interesting attractions, Mavericks Beach, Pacifica State Beach and Miramar Beach are within reach.

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The LEEF Hotel

The LEEF Hotel

2 out of 5
Citrus Grove
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $852, price is now $422 per person
$422
per person
Jan 13 - Jan 20
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Dallas (DAL) to Los Angeles (LAX)
8.4/10 Very Good! (326 reviews)
Clean and easy check in . Just be prepared to pay 100 dollars parking fee plus the 150 deposit. I definitely would stay there again.

Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
Fisherman's Wharf
Price was $2,806, price is now $1,391 per person
$1,391
per person
Feb 5 - Feb 9
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Dallas (DAL) to San Francisco (SFO)
9/10 Wonderful! (7,092 reviews)
Clean safe great location.

Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025

Anaheim Discovery Inn & Suites

Anaheim Discovery Inn & Suites

2 out of 5
Anaheim Resort
Price was $941, price is now $480 per person
$480
per person
Feb 10 - Feb 14
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Los Angeles (LAX)
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,416 reviews)
Good clean room and friendly staff!

Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025

Popular places to visit

Sunsets never fail to amaze me at this spot. A beautiful end of summer time in the Bay Area. Now experiencing a heat wave makes it fun to be out.

Pacifica State Beach

3/5(1 review)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Pacifica State Beach during your travels in Linda Mar? Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

Pacifica State Beach
Take a stroll to see the tide pools and the trees on the coast. Great place to watch the sun set!

JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve

5/5(1 review)

Explore the lovely green spaces of JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve and also enjoy the hiking trails in Moss Beach. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve
Blemished nature #streetart #lifeatexpedia

Mori Point

Explore the great outdoors at Mori Point, a lovely green space in Pacifica.

Mori Point
My favorite beach run spot

Sharp Park Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sharp Park Beach during your trip to Pacifica?

Sharp Park Beach
Nice little pier to walk on. Lots of seafood spots and just a little south of here on hwy 1 there were tons of surfers.

Pillar Point Harbor

4/5(10 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Pillar Point Harbor and enjoy other activities such as hiking in Half Moon Bay. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Pillar Point Harbor
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

Best Lodging Options Near Gray Whale Cove State Beach

Oceanview Beach Home – Walk to Beach, Trails, Food, Family Activities

Oceanview Beach Home – Walk to Beach, Trails, Food, Family Activities

Montara CA
Oceanview Beach Home – Walk to Beach, Trails, Food, Family Activities
Distinguished Oceanfront Point Estate with Iconic Beach + Mountain Vistas

Distinguished Oceanfront Point Estate with Iconic Beach + Mountain Vistas

2 out of 5
Montara CA
Distinguished Oceanfront Point Estate with Iconic Beach + Mountain Vistas
Stunning Oceanview Coastal Home – Beach, Trails, Family Activities

Stunning Oceanview Coastal Home – Beach, Trails, Family Activities

Montara CA
Stunning Oceanview Coastal Home – Beach, Trails, Family Activities
Coastal Charm: Inviting 3 BR Montara Home

Coastal Charm: Inviting 3 BR Montara Home

Montara CA
Coastal Charm: Inviting 3 BR Montara Home
Ocean View Inn

Ocean View Inn

3.5 out of 5
8425 Cabrillo Highway Montara CA
Ocean View Inn
Ocean & Mountain View Home - Walk to Trails, Beach, Family Activities

Ocean & Mountain View Home - Walk to Trails, Beach, Family Activities

Montara California
Ocean & Mountain View Home - Walk to Trails, Beach, Family Activities
Entire Private Coastal Retreat - Spectacular Ocean Views w/Hot Tub

Entire Private Coastal Retreat - Spectacular Ocean Views w/Hot Tub

Montara CA
Entire Private Coastal Retreat - Spectacular Ocean Views w/Hot Tub
Modern indoor-outdoor living w/Hot Tub – Walk to Beaches & Mountain Trails

Modern indoor-outdoor living w/Hot Tub – Walk to Beaches & Mountain Trails

Montara California
Modern indoor-outdoor living w/Hot Tub – Walk to Beaches & Mountain Trails
Pacifica Beach Hotel

Pacifica Beach Hotel

2.5 out of 5
525 Crespi Drive Pacifica CA
Pacifica Beach Hotel
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