- TripBuzz found 557 things to do with kids in or near Half Moon Bay, California, including 527 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Los Altos and Mountain View.
- From Sea, Surf & Fun to Mavericks, the Half Moon Bay area offers 127 different types of family activities, including: Beaches, Farms & Ranches, Kayaking and Surfing Lessons.
- Half Moon Bay is a thriving coastal city located in California's San Mateo County. The city draws locals and tourists to its many cultural attractions including its abundant selection of shops, eateries, museums and art galleries. The biggest draw of Half Moon Bay, aside from stunning ocean views, is October's Pumpkin Festival which brings thousands to the city annually.
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Pillar Point Harbor, 2 Johnson Pier, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
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From kayaks to stand up paddle boards, Half Moon Bay Kayak Company offers visitors watercraft equipment to take out on the waters of Pillar Point Harbor. In addition to kayaks, the company provides complimentary wet suits.
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214 Princeton Avenue, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
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California Canoe & Kayak is a paddesports company that offers both classes and trips for sea kayaking, whitewater kayaking and stand up paddleboarding. They also have boats and gear available for rent.
1.6 Miles
With rides and attractions for kids, Lemos Farm is ideal for families. Visit around Halloween for their decorations.
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At Arata Pumpkin Farm, choose and pick your own pumpkin. Their 6 acre property also includes a large corn field.
1.6 Miles
Sea Horse Ranch offers horseback rides on the beach and have 1 hour, 90 minute and 2 hour rides available. They also offer horsemanship camps and boarding in their facility with multiple arenas and turnouts.
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Mirada Road off Highway One, Half Moon Bay, CA
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Half Moon Bay's Waterfront Coastside Trail is popular among hikers and bicycle riders. Rollerblading is also permitted along this 3.5-mile asphalt trail. There are parking lots scattered along the length of the trail, but none at either of its endpoints.
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2805 Purisima Creek Road, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
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Leading hikers through a nature preserve, Purisima Creek Trail offers visitors scenic views of a redwood forest and creek. Along the trail visitors can view wildlife like lizards, and native plant life like wildflowers and berries.
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16 miles south of Half Moon Bay on Highway 1, Half Moon Bay, CA
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At the Pescadero Marsh Natural Preserve, visitors can go hiking, surfing, swimming, boating, geocaching and fishing. The location also contains picnic areas, interpretive exhibits, and restrooms for visitors to use.
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Outside of the Half Moon Bay store you will find the Dinosaurs of Spanish Town. A collection of large metal dinosaur sculptures that are perfect for a photo op with the children.
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Located in Half Moon Bay, the Coastal Repertory Theatre hosts an array of theatrical productions as well as musical performances. The theater also conducts a conservatory for kids and other educational programs.