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      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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      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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      Step back in time with this colorful self-guided walking tour of downtown Half Moon Bay. With charming storefronts brimming with… Read more →
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      Spending time on the water or at the beach is a wonderful way to enjoy a personal escape, but it’s also an incredible experience for groups. Outdoor team building activities… Read more →
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      Step back in time at the Long Branch Saloon and Farms Northern California Retreat Center. Finding the perfect spot for a wedding, family reunion, corporate retreat, or… Read more →
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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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Discover the latest news on Half Moon Bay and archives of our press releases.

  • What's New in Half Moon Bay - Spring 2022
  • Eat, Drink, and Be Merry Along California's Half Moon Bay Coastside
  • Pumpkins Abound Along the Half Moon Bay Coastside
  • What's New on the Half Moon Bay Coastside - Summer 2021
  • The Half Moon Bay Coastside Reopens for Tourism
  • Make Weekdays Your New Weekend
  • Half Moon Bay, California: History & Culture
  • Accommodations Along The Half Moon Bay Coastside, Ca
  • The Half Moon Bay Coastside: A Bridal & Honeymoon Oasis
  • Dog-friendly Spots Along The Half Moon Bay Coastside, California
  • Half Moon Bay, California: Ecotourism Program
  • Half Moon Bay, California: Fact Sheet
  • Family-friendly Places Along The Half Moon Bay Coastside, California

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The Ritz-Carlton, 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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