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Burleigh Murray Ranch State Park image
Purchased by the State of California in 1983 this historic ranch property is hidden in a pristine valley south of Half Moon Bay. The area offers solitude, groves of mature eucalyptus, and a rich assortment of wildlife. With the addition of Rancho Ray... more
Cowell-Purisima Trail, just south of Half Moon Bay, is a 3.6-mile gently graded path that winds along bluffs where farmland meets the Pacific Ocean. It's a part of the California Coastal Trail, which will one day span the entire length of the state.... more
Four miles of broad, sandy beaches stretch out to welcome visitors to Half Moon Bay. This picturesque setting is ideal for sunbathing, fishing and picnicking. A campground provides accommodations for those who wish to visit longer. The Half Moon Bay... more
John L Carter Park image
John L Carter Memorial Park is a small, grassy area nestled in a redwood grove that is traversed by Pilarcitos Creek. There is a small stage area where Half Moon Bay Shakespeare Company and musicians put on live events. more
From the main trail head by the parking lot, you can either do an easy hike along the 0.3-mile Bird Trail, which runs along the north end of Wavecrest, or do a 1.5-mile (roundtrip) section of the California Coastal Trail that runs through the propert... more