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The Bike Works
20-G Stone Pine Center, Half Moon Bay
(650) 726-6708 |
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BikeRec.Com
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Coastside Trail -- Half Moon Bay
Half Moon Bay State Beach
95 Kelly Avenue, Half Moon Bay, CA (650) 726-8819
The Half Moon Bay
Coastside Trail runs along the eastern boundary of the four Half
Moon Bay area beaches providing close to three miles of multi-use
trails to walk, jog or ride bikes. The trail continues north to
Pillar Point Harbor.
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Purissima Creek Redwoods Open Space Preserve
Half Moon Bay, CA (650) 949-5500
The 3,120-acre preserve
is located on the western slopes of the Santa Cruz Mountains
overlooking Half Moon Bay. The preserve was established with a
gift of $2 million from the Save-the-Redwoods League.
The centerpiece of the
Preserve is Purisima Creek Canyon, with its towering redwoods,
creek, ferns, berries, and wildflowers. Coastal scrub, tanoak,
madrone, and Douglas fir border the canyon. The coast and Half
Moon Bay are visible from the northern part of the preserve.
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Fishing
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Hiking
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Big Basin Redwoods
State Park --
Rancho Del Oso, Hwy 1
831-338-8860
Located 25 miles south of Half Moon Bay on Hwy. 1, the park has miles of trails, which serves hikers and equestrians, links Big Basin
to Castle Rock State Park and the eastern reaches of the Santa Cruz range.
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Purissima Creek Redwoods Open Space Preserve
Half Moon Bay, CA (650) 949-5500
The 3,120-acre preserve
is located on the western slopes of the Santa Cruz Mountains
overlooking Half Moon Bay. The preserve was established with a
gift of $2 million from the Save-the-Redwoods League.
The centerpiece of the
Preserve is Purisima Creek Canyon, with its towering redwoods,
creek, ferns, berries, and wildflowers. Coastal scrub, tanoak,
madrone, and Douglas fir border the canyon. The coast and Half
Moon Bay are visible from the northern part of the preserve.
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Gray Whale Cove - McNee Ranch State Park
1½ miles north of Montara State Beach. 650-726-8819
The one mile trail is
mostly flat, and is visually spectacular with ocean and mountain
views. During the spring, you can also enjoy one of the best
location for spring flowers such as Douglas irises, hollyhocks and
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Horse
Back Riding
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Kayaking
Monterey Bay
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Rock/Wall
Climbing
Castle Rock State
Park
Along the crest of the Santa Cruz Mountains, Castle Rock State Park contains 3,600
acres of coast redwood, Douglas-fir, and madrone forest. Steep canyons are sprinkled with
unusual rock formations that are popular with rock climbers, and hikers can enjoy the 32
miles of hiking and horseback riding trails.
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Roller
Skating
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Sailing
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Scenic
Boat Tours/Rentals
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SCUBA
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Surfing
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Theme Parks
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Lemos Family Farm
12320 San Mateo Rd., Half Moon Bay,
CA
Phone: (650) 726-2342
Explorer1.com Review -
This family farm specializes in year round
activities for children such as pony rides, tractor/train rides, petting
zoo, etc. Adults may find the seasonal decorations and crowds a
little much, but children seem to love it!
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Arata
Pumpkin Farm
185 Verde Rd., Half Moon Bay, CA
650-726-7548
Explorer1.com Review -
This is the home to a massive hay maze ( hay labyrinth).
Because of the extra activities and large selection of home grown
pumpkins, we think this is an ideal pumpkin patch for families with older
children.
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Train Rides
Roaring Camp & Big Trees Railroad
Graham Hill Rd., Felton (831) 335-4484
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Walking
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Pescadero Marsh Natural Preserve
Hwy 1, 16 miles south of Half Moon Bay (650) 879-2170
Pescadero
Marsh Natural Preserve is a popular spot for bird watchers and other
naturalists. The Reserve is a refuge for blue heron, kites, deer,
raccoons, foxes and skunks.
As one of
the most important remaining wetlands on the California Coast,
each year thousands of birds rest and feed at
the preserve -- providing a wonderful opportunity to watch almost 200
species of birds.
The best bird watching times
are late fall and early spring. If you are interested, the
Audubon
Society offers walking tours.
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Pillar Point Marsh
(Fitzgerald Marine Reserve) (650) 728-3584
This unique marsh may be small, but it is an important habitat for
local and migrating birds. Bird watchers at Pillar Point Marsh
have sighted nearly 20% of all North American
bird species. The other amazing
fact about this marsh is it is fed by both fresh and salt water.
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Coastside Trail -- Half Moon Bay
Half Moon Bay State Beach
95 Kelly Avenue, Half Moon Bay, CA (650) 726-8819
The Half Moon Bay
Coastside Trail runs along the eastern boundary of the four Half
Moon Bay area beaches providing close to three miles of multi-use
trails to walk, jog or ride bikes. The trail continues north to
Pillar Point Harbor.
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Purissima Creek Redwoods Open Space Preserve
Half Moon Bay, CA (650) 949-5500
The 3,120-acre preserve
is located on the western slopes of the Santa Cruz Mountains
overlooking Half Moon Bay. The preserve was established with a
gift of $2 million from the Save-the-Redwoods League.
The centerpiece of the
Preserve is Purisima Creek Canyon, with its towering redwoods,
creek, ferns, berries, and wildflowers. Coastal scrub, tanoak,
madrone, and Douglas fir border the canyon. The coast and Half
Moon Bay are visible from the northern part of the preserve.
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Whale-Watching Tours
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WindSurfing
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