Free & Cheap Things to Do in Half Moon Bay, CA

  • The list below includes 561 free or cheap things to do in or near Half Moon Bay, California, including 125 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Farms & Ranches, Kayaking and Hiking Trails.
  • From Waterfront Coastside Trail to Mavericks, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Half Moon Bay and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Palo Alto and Los Altos.
  • The list below includes 561 free or cheap things to do in or near Half Moon Bay, California, including 125 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Farms & Ranches, Kayaking and Hiking Trails.
  • From Waterfront Coastside Trail to Mavericks, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Half Moon Bay and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Palo Alto and Los Altos.
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10.1 Miles
88% 32 votes
Playgrounds King St at Hopkins Avenue, Redwood City, CA 94062 MoreLess Info
The one acre Stafford Park is a small, neighborhood park with summertime water features. The park also has picnic areas with barbecue pits and playground equipment that is suitable for children ages two to 12.
10.1 Miles
92% 25 votes
Parks 1625 J Hart Clinton Drive, San Mateo, CA 94401 MoreLess Info
Situated beside the San Francisco Bay, Ryder Court Park not only has an excellent bay-side trail, but playground areas, reservable and drop-in picnic tables, a large lawn, restrooms, and an aquatic play area.
10.1 Miles
77% 13 votes
Parks 1097 Seal Ct, San Mateo, CA 94497 MoreLess Info
Parkside Aquatic Park & Launch Ramp features a beach, two playgrounds, reservable and drop-in picnic areas, restrooms and the boating launch ramp. Swimming is allowed but there are no lifeguards on duty.
10.1 Miles
36% 14 votes
Dog Park 1220 Linda Mar Blvd, Pacifica, CA 94044 MoreLess Info
As a fenced park, Pacifica Dog Park at Sanchez Art Center offers visitors' dogs a space to run off-leash and socialize with other dogs. The park has benches for visitors to rest on while their dogs play.
10.1 Miles
75% 88 votes
Beaches 5100 Cabrillo Highway, Pacifica, CA 94044 MoreLess Info
Linda Mar Beach is considered to be one of the most used beaches in the city. Features of the beach include surfing with various surf camps, recreational trails along the ocean, and on-leash dog walking.
10.1 Miles
80% 10 votes
Skate Parks 540 Crespi Drive, Pacifica, CA 94044 MoreLess Info
Pacifica Skate Park is a large, outdoor skateboard and skating park. It features several concrete bowls, ramps and rails for skaters to ride and do tricks on, and it holds various skate contests with open registrations.
10.2 Miles
89% 233 votes
Aviation Museums 601 Skyway Road, San Carlos, CA 94070 MoreLess Info
At the Hiller Aviation Museum, tourists can view over 50 aircraft and learn about the history of flight. The location offers access to two display areas that contain both vintage and futuristic aircraft.
10.2 Miles
100% 1 votes
Aviation Museums Hiller Aviation Museum, 601 Skyway, San Carlos, CA 94070 MoreLess Info
Hosted at the Hiller Aviation Museum, An Evening with Children's Authors is an annual benefit where visitors can listen to lectures by children's books authors. During the event, visitors can meet the authors and have their books signed by them.
10.2 Miles
89% 27 votes
Beaches 5100 Cabrillo Highway, Pacifica, CA 94044 MoreLess Info
The Pacifica State Beach is a recreational beach that includes a walking trial that follows the coastline and can be used for running, walking, or biking. The beach also provides surfing camps and lessons.
10.3 Miles
87% 54 votes
Running/Jogging San Mateo to Foster City, San Mateo, CA 94401 MoreLess Info
A 500-mile trail along the bay, San Francisco Bay Trail takes visitors through recreational points of interest including beaches, parks, marinas and fishing piers. The relatively flat trail can be used for biking, walking, skating and dog walking.
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