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Half Moon Bay State Beach lures sunseekers with golden sand, gorgeous seascapes, and some of the best surf breaks in North America. It's one of the most popular beach destinations in the Bay Area, with locals and visitors alike flocking to enjoy this slice of California. Four pristine beaches ensure there's plenty of space to relax and soak up the sunshine. Join the crowds at Francis Beach, where picnic tables, grilling stations, and restrooms make it easy to spend a day in the sunshine. For a quieter beach scene, escape to secluded stretches of sand like Roosevelt or Dunes.
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Getting Outdoors
Beaches are the main draw at Half Moon Bay, with four postcard-perfect stretches of sand to enjoy. On the northern border, Roosevelt Beach is fringed by grass-covered dunes. The adjoining Dunes Beach is hemmed in by sandstone bluffs, with steep sandy trails leading down to the ocean. Venice Beach welcomes you with a wide stretch of sand and plenty of space to lay down your towel and picnic blanket. To the south, Francis Beach is the most developed of the four, overlooked by a grassy blufftop dotted with picnic tables and barbecues. The wide sandy beach is a great place to sunbathe and build sandcastles. Due to strong riptides and big waves, swimming isn't recommended at any of the beaches.
Camping at Half Moon Bay State Beach
RV camping at Half Moon Bay State Beach offers a unique chance to fall asleep to crashing waves and wake up to fresh Pacific Ocean breezes. Motorhome camping is available at Francis Beach, where you'll find 52 sites with picnic tables and fire rings. The campground is set on a grassy blufftop and commands sweeping views over the ocean. Some sites offer electrical hookups while others cater to off-the-grid campers.
Exploring the Area
Camping at Half Moon Bay State Beach is a great excuse to explore San Mateo County and the San Francisco Bay Area. The coast is dotted with postcard-perfect beaches where you can peer into colorful tide pools, paddleboard in the shallows, and test your skills on a surfboard. This stretch of coastline also boasts some of the best whale-watching opportunities in North America. Head up the coast to Gray Whale Cove State Beach for a chance to spot migrating whales breaching just offshore.
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Recent RV rental reviews in Half Moon Bay State Beach
Jason H.
January, 2025
Great RV with spacious floor plan. Easy to drive and park
Ted K.
January, 2025
Our trip was more of a reset for my wife and I. We rented a van who's owner allowed dogs, so we also brought our 85lb black lab as well. A Ram 2500 fully loaded conversion van, with a 2 burner stove, working sink, small fridge, shower, porto-pot, and wi-fi was our vehicle for eight days.
We started in San Jose CA and drove north on the 5 to Seattle. It being in the middle of winter we encountered rain and fog. Fortunately for us, we did not have any snow on the road. Although the van owner provided me with chains, I purchased a set of much higher quality, just in case. Once we were driving in the Siskiyou mountains, it was immediately evident that the vehicle needed new wipers. I have no idea how I got us to Yreka, but we stopped and traded the old crusty wipper blades out for new Rain-X. Immediate difference. We made Eugene OR, the next day after staying the night in some po-dunk truck stop town to quell the nerves my wife was enduring. From Eugene, we headed to Vashon Island WA where we stayed a couple of days with some old friends. We took the 9'+ tall van on the ferry and low and behold, were able to enjoy a short trip across the beautiful Sound. My pics depict one of 125 Trolls built by Thomas Dambo. This is Oscar the Bird King btw. https://www.nwtrolls.org/#trolls
He has built these sculptures in more that 5 different countries, 6 being in the great Pacific NW.
From Vashon we traveled south to Centralia WA, and from there Astoria, Grants Pass, and then home. I gave the trip a 4 star, only because of the safety hazard of the wipers. In all we had a wonderfully cold experience camping in an Outdoorsy rental van. Thank you Outdoorsy, and we are already thinking about the planning of our next adventure.
We started in San Jose CA and drove north on the 5 to Seattle. It being in the middle of winter we encountered rain and fog. Fortunately for us, we did not have any snow on the road. Although the van owner provided me with chains, I purchased a set of much higher quality, just in case. Once we were driving in the Siskiyou mountains, it was immediately evident that the vehicle needed new wipers. I have no idea how I got us to Yreka, but we stopped and traded the old crusty wipper blades out for new Rain-X. Immediate difference. We made Eugene OR, the next day after staying the night in some po-dunk truck stop town to quell the nerves my wife was enduring. From Eugene, we headed to Vashon Island WA where we stayed a couple of days with some old friends. We took the 9'+ tall van on the ferry and low and behold, were able to enjoy a short trip across the beautiful Sound. My pics depict one of 125 Trolls built by Thomas Dambo. This is Oscar the Bird King btw. https://www.nwtrolls.org/#trolls
He has built these sculptures in more that 5 different countries, 6 being in the great Pacific NW.
From Vashon we traveled south to Centralia WA, and from there Astoria, Grants Pass, and then home. I gave the trip a 4 star, only because of the safety hazard of the wipers. In all we had a wonderfully cold experience camping in an Outdoorsy rental van. Thank you Outdoorsy, and we are already thinking about the planning of our next adventure.
Suman C.
January, 2025
we had a wonderful time! the van had everything we needed as a family of 3, including our 4 year old. loved all the dad-friendly things Steffen equipped the van with. pop-top was a super hit. everything was functional and clean.
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