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1. Ano Nuevo State Reserve
- Fifty-five miles south of San Francisco and the Golden Gate, a low, rocky, windswept point juts out into the Pacific Ocean. The Spanish maritime... read more
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- Nile Expert Tip: Watching 4000 pound seals bludgeon each other with their colossal bodies is a once in a lifetime experience....
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2. Pastorino Farms Pumpkin Patch
- This charming little farm, where they grow the pumpkins that will soon become your jack 'o lanterns, is a great place to take the kids for a pre-Halloween... read more
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3. Montara State Beach
- Montara State Beach is a popular location for visitors who can explore the beach tidepools, go fishing, body-boarding, or surfing. The tides are... read more
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4. Pigeon Point Light Station State Historic Park
- Perched on a cliff on the central California coast, 50 miles south of San Francisco, the 110-foot Pigeon Point Lighthouse, one of the tallest lighthouses... read more
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5. Butano State Park
- Butano State Park is a 3,500-acre redwood park in the Santa Cruz Mountains that features excellent hiking through the redwood groves. read more
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6. San Gregorio State Beach
- San Gregorio State Beach is where San Gregorio Creek empties into the sea. The area includes a protected, driftwood-strewn estuary at the back... read more
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7. Pescadero State Beach
- Pescadero State Beach has a mile-long shoreline with sandy coves, rocky cliffs, tide pools, fishing spots and picnic facilities. read more
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8. Montara State Beach
- Just 20 minutes south of San Francisco, off the Highway 1, lies this majestic state beach enclosed in dramatic cliffs. The two-mile beach features... read more
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9. Main Street, Half Moon Bay
- An enticing look of the sea coast from any part of the city is what Half Moon Bay offers. The city is as attractive and different as its name.... read more
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10. Half Moon Bay State Beach
- A highlight of the charming little town called Half Moon Bay is this four-mile stretch of beach that kisses the Pacific Ocean. The trail runs along... read more
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The Best of NileGuide
- There’s never a reason to be bored in Half Moon Bay. There are just too many things to do. Start with the must-see attractions, move to the big sights and fine museums, check out some tours, dig in to some outdoor activities, and work your way down to the between-the-cracks, off-the-beaten-path gems. Just leave some time to catch your breath.
