San Mateo County Beaches
Bean Hollow State Beach
The beach features fishing, picnicking and beach combing. Visitors can explore the tide pools with anemones, crab, sea urchins and other marine inhabitants.
Gray White Cove State Beach
The beach features a sheltered cove surrounded by cliffs that drop abruptly into the Pacific. A steep trail leads to the beach. There is a small picnic area on the bluff above, Gray Whales can often be seen close to the beach.
Half Moon Bay State Beach
Four miles of board sandy beaches stretch out to welcome visitors. This picturesque setting is ideal for sunbathing, fishing, and picnicking. A campground provides accommodations for those who wish to visit longer.
Montara State Beach
This beach is one of the
most beautiful on the coast. This beach is great for surfing, fishing and having a picnic. This beach is known for gigantic waves and marine wildlife.
Pacifica State Beach
This is a wide crescent shaped beach that marks the northern gateway to the coast line stretching South San Francisco.
Pescadero State Beach
Pescadero has a mile long shoreline with rocky cliffs, tide pools, picnic areas and fishing spots.
Pomponio State Beach
This area provides access to miles of gently sloping, sandy beaches at the base of high sand stone bluffs. This day use facility features a small lagoon, roaring surf, and barbeques.
San Gregorio State Beach
The area includes a protected, driftwood strewn estuary at the back of a wide sandy beach. This estuary is home to many species of birds and other marine wildlife.
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