Location: Half Moon Bay
Top Things to do in Half Moon Bay
Top 5 Things to do Good for Big Groups in Half Moon Bay, California (CA)
A mere 45-minute drive from San Francisco lies Half Moon Bay, an idyllic enclave and truly the perfect place to spend some time away from the big city. Horseback ride along a scenic beach, play golf on a spectacular course overlooking the ocean or browse through the numerous shops and art galleries in the historic section. If you decide to stay, as many do, treat yourself to a delicious dinner at any of the town's fine restaurants. Then check into an enchanting bed and breakfast, a charming inn or boutique hotel. Your Half Moon Bay experience will not be soon forgotten.
Restaurants in Half Moon Bay
1. TBSP of LOVE
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 23 reviews
Hands Geared toward travelers looking for something to do in our area, someone who loves to be in the kitchen, anyone that likes to eat . Fresh and local cooking demos.
2. Cowell Ranch State Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
The kind of place only the locals know about, this scenic state park is just south of Half Moon Bay and features a sandy beach and a seal preserve, plus trails for hiking and horseback riding.
Reviewed By pollto - Stanford, United States
Wanted to take a trip to a beach, this seemed to be the nicest one around. It's a half mile walk from the parking lot to the site and then many uneven steps down to the beach (definitely need to be mobile). View was amazing, no one was there except us. Dead seaweed kind of made a bad smell, and we should have brought a chair or blanket, but overall it was great. There are even portable restrooms.
3. Half Moon Bay State Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 657 reviews
Broad and sandy beach stretching more than four miles features campground facilities and trails for hikers and horseback riders.
Reviewed By mini - Fremont, United States
We had a superb time on our return visit to Half Moon Bay State Park. We used our annual park pass to enter the park. There is a visitor center There is also an outside exhibit of whale boats. Its nice to take a walk there There is picnic and barbecue facilities. There is also a campground for both tent and RV/trailer camping.
4. Venice Beach in Half Moon Bay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By lwl531
Wonderful time to get away in the winter, 1st one on the beach and its all yours with the waves and sand at your feet. Seeing pelicans and sea lions along the water. Collect shells and enjoy your leisurely time before the crowds come.
5. Sea Horse Ranch
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 305 reviews
Beautiful guided coastal trail and beach horseback rides on dramatic Coastal Equestrian Trail and Half Moon Bay's Poplar Beach. Minimum riding age is 7 years old. All rides appropriate for first time, moderately experienced and very experienced riders. Online reservations required, height/weight restrictions available online, check before booking. Barbecues available for groups of 10 people or more. Closing time ends with seasonal changes. Always open for early bird ride at 8:00 a.m., by reservation.
Reviewed By jrohrer1957 - Walnut Creek, United States
My boyfriend and I went for the 1:30 to 3:00 ride and it was such a wonderful and relaxing way to enjoy a Sunday afternoon. When you first check-in you meet with the very nice and helpful ladies. You learn the proper way to ride safely and then you meet your horse. There were 3 guides who stay with you the whole time and make sure that everything it going well. The trail down to the beach is scenic and very nice but there is nothing like the beach with the waves crashing into the surf. The horses are very calm when the water hit their legs. There is a guy who is taking pictures from the cliff above of you and your party so when you get back you have tons of pictures of your experience. I recommend getting the flash drive of all your pictures that way you can print out what you want and as many as you want. All in all a very nice time and we will be doing it again soon. Thank you ladies and your wonderful guides for such a relaxing and fun time!! : )
