Half Moon Bay State Beach Park: Camping & Activity Guide
Welcome to Half Moon Bay State Beach Park, a beachcomber's paradise with four miles of sandy beach spread over three locations. Let's dive into this ultimate camping and activity guide for Half Moon Bay Beach!
📍 Where is HMB State Beach Park?
- Main entrance at Francis Beach, off Highway One, about a half mile from downtown HMB.
- Venice Beach off Highway One at the end of Venice Boulevard.
- Dunes Beach at the end of Young Avenue.
🎉 What are the Amenities?
- Francis Beach: visitor's center, picnic tables, bathrooms, 52 camp spots.
- Venice Beach: picnic tables, outdoor showers, bathroom.
- Dunes Beach: bathrooms.
💰 What are the Day Use Fees?
- $10 per car, annual pass hangtag accepted.
- Francis Beach has manned booth, Venice Beach and Dunes Beach have unmanned booths.
🐶 Is Half Moon Bay Beach Park dog-friendly?
- Dogs are not allowed on HMB State Beaches.
- Poplar Beach and Mavericks Beach are dog-friendly alternatives.
🏊♀️ Can You Swim at Half Moon Bay State Beach?
- Surfing is common, but swimming is not recommended due to cold water and riptides.
🏖️ Fun Activities to Do:
1. Beachcombing: Explore the six-mile round trip from Poplar Beach to Miramar.
2. Hiking and Biking: Enjoy the 4.5-mile paved pedway along the bluff to Pillar Point Harbor.
3. Wildlife Spotting: Look out for migrating whales, dolphins, sea lions, and seabirds.
🏕️ How to Snag Camping at Half Moon Bay State Beach Park?
- Francis Beach is a popular camping spot.
- 52 camp spots: 48 for tents/RVs, 5 premium tent-only spots.
- RV spots without electricity: $35 + $7.99 reservation fee.
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