Half Moon Bay
About 45 min by car from San Francisco
Bluffs, pumpkin patches and a coastal trail just over the hill.
Why locals go
Ocean air without leaving the Bay Area.
Visiting San Francisco?
At 45 min by car, it's easy to add a night or two here and still be back in San Francisco for your flight home.
What to book
- Coastal Trail bike ride
- Horseback ride on the beach
- Mavericks overlook
Where to stay
One or two nights is enough for most people. Compare places to stay:
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For two
- Sunset fire pits at the Ritz-Carlton lawn
- Seafood dinner at Pillar Point Harbor
With friends
- Beach horseback ride
- Brewery stop at the harbor
When to go
Year-round, clearest in fall.