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      Sam's Chowder House

      Fresh, Sustainable Seafood and Oceanfront Dining

      Waterfront dining and local ingredients highlight the region’s allure. Sam’s Chowder House sits steps from the shore with front row… Read more →
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      Pillar Point Harbor

      Offering a Taste of New England

      With docks of colorful fishing boats and charming waterfront eateries, the cozy seaside hamlet of Pillar Point Harbor offers a taste of New England along the California coast… Read more →
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      Mavericks Festival
      Sept 30 - Oct 1
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      Safeway World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off
      October 9
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      Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival
      October 14-15
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      • Elephant Seals Año Nuevo State Park
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      Half Moon Bay's Main Street

      Gateway to a Seaside Town

      If Downtown Half Moon Bay's historic Main Street could talk, it would share its long and captivating history with every sightseer and passerby.  From the earliest settlers of… Read more →
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      Fall Shopping in Half Moon Bay

      Give Your Thanksgiving Host the Perfect Gift

      Hosting friends and family for the Thanksgiving holiday is a big undertaking, the planning, the decorations, the shopping, the preparations, the cooking, and more. Read more →
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      Offsites with Oomph

      With an an inspiring coastal setting, accessible locale, and unique venues that will delight your team—and your budget office—The Half Moon Bay Coastside provides a… Read more →
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      Escape to the Coastside

      For a Romantic Getaway

      A sunset over the ocean while you’re walking on the beach with your sweetheart is high on the list of those searching for romantic experiences. The Half Moon Bay Coastside… Read more →
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      Relocating to the Coastside

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      With grand-scale splendor and small-town charm, the Half Moon Bay Coastside is a beloved destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Yet, it’s not just visitors… Read more →
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  • Let Us Be Your Change of Scenery

    Let Us Be Your Change of Scenery

    The best of Northern California, all in one place.  Discover an unrivaled combination of classic small coastal towns, rural charm and stunning natural beauty.

  • Get Your Vitamin Sea

    Get Your Vitamin Sea

    “The ocean is known to have the power to improve physical, mental, and emotional well-being, which is what people desperately need at this time.”
    Explore 25 miles of beaches on the Half Moon Bay Coastside.

  • Walk Among Giants

    Walk Among Giants

    Stroll through ancient redwood groves, hike along seaside trails, or even climb a mountain! The Half Moon Bay Coastside has miles of trails to explore. View our Trail Guide

  • Play Bucket-List Golf

    Play Bucket-List Golf

    The Ocean Course, designed in 1997 by renowned golf architect Arthur Hills, pays homage to a traditional Scottish-links layout with wide open fairways bounded by natural grass and striking ocean vistas from all 18 holes... Read More

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With so many beautiful hotels and boutique inns
to choose from, we’re sure you’ll love your stay!

Featured Events

The Half Moon Bay Coastside is host to many great events and weekly live music.
Click below for featured events, or check out the full events calendar →
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Sept 30 - Oct 1
Mavericks Festival
Pillar Point Harbor
Safeway World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off Thumbnail
October 9
Safeway World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off
IDES Grounds
Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival Thumbnail
October 14-15
Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival
Downtown Half Moon Bay
Coastside Farmers Market Thumbnail
Every Saturday
Coastside Farmers Market
Shoreline Station

Discover the Half Moon Bay Coastside

What's New in Half Moon Bay

What's New in Half Moon Bay

Summer 2023

Indulge in a relaxing summer getaway in captivating Half Moon Bay, located a mere 30 miles south of San Francisco, yet a world away from the hustle and bustle. Visitors… Read more →
Outdoor Activities in Half Moon Bay

Get Outdoors in Half Moon Bay

Activities for the Whole Family

If you’re looking for the right destination for a multigenerational family group, you’ve found it. One of the great joys of Half Moon Bay is the myriad of outdoor activities… Read more →
Half Moon Bay Hiking

Half Moon Bay Trail Guide

Hiking and Biking on the Coastside

The Coastside is blessed with a variety of natural settings, from sandy ocean beaches to old ranch lands. Trails lead you along dramatic ocean bluffs, through wetlands… Read more →

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Purisima Creek Redwoods
Welcome to Pescadero Sign
Sun and Moon art nn Mill Street in HMB
Bicycles on the California Coastal Trail, Half Moon Bay
Pillar Point Harbor — Photo credit: Kelly Chamberlin
Miramar Beach
Pillar Point
Montara State Beach
Cypress Forest, Moss Beach
Low Tide at Surfers Beach, Half Moon Bay

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The San Mateo County Coastside is made up of over 300 square miles of beautiful California countryside, with easy access to sandy beaches, redwood forests, and open spaces. The Coastside encompasses the cities of Half Moon Bay, Miramar, Montara, Moss Beach, El Granada, San Gregorio, La Honda, and Pescadero. The Visit Half Moon Bay web site is jointly funded and maintained by the Half Moon Bay Chamber of Commerce & Visitors’ Bureau, the Half Moon Bay Business Improvement District, and the Half Moon Bay Downtown Association.

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For visitor information, the Visitor Center is located at 235 Main Street, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019 
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