California Coastal Trail
Hiking area · Half Moon Bay ·

California Coastal Trail

Hiking area · Half Moon Bay ·

Extensive seaside corridor with plentiful coastal hiking opportunities

California Coastal Trail by null
California Coastal Trail by null
California Coastal Trail by null
California Coastal Trail by null
California Coastal Trail by null
California Coastal Trail by null
California Coastal Trail by null
California Coastal Trail by null
California Coastal Trail by null
California Coastal Trail by null
California Coastal Trail by null
California Coastal Trail by null
California Coastal Trail by null
California Coastal Trail by null
California Coastal Trail by null
California Coastal Trail by null
California Coastal Trail by null
California Coastal Trail by null
California Coastal Trail by null
California Coastal Trail by null

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1001 Miramontes Point Rd, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019 Get directions

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1001 Miramontes Point Rd, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019 Get directions

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wheelchair accessible parking lot
wheelchair accessible entrance

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Nov 15, 2025

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"An extensive seaside corridor offering plentiful coastal hiking opportunities and flexible distances; appreciated for uninterrupted coastal panoramas and for accommodating both short excursions and longer seaside treks." - Opheli Garcia Lawler Opheli Garcia Lawler Opheli Garcia Lawler is a journalist with a decade of experience, half of which has been dedicated to covering the way we travel. From interviewing former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg to digging into Amtrak customer complaint data, Opheli has developed a deep well of knowledge about what shapes our travel experiences.  Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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California Coastal Trail

Bharathi M.

Google
Gorgeous trail with stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. We went in summertime so different types of flowers were blooming and that was so beautiful to see. The trail was very easy and access to beach at various points. Park at Redondo beach. We came at noon time by which all the Marine layer was gone. It's always windy up here. There is a Ritz Carlton up here so you can catch a bite to eat. Saw some cute birds as well

Karan M.

Google
Great views of the Pacific Ocean. The trail is on the cliff, so be sure to get a jacket regardless of the season.

Cheryl H.

Google
We went to the California Coastal Trail near the Ritz-Carlton Half Moon Bay on a weekday, as parking on the weekends can be almost impossible. It is a leisurely one-hour round-trip walk from the Miramonte Point Road parking lot near the hotel, along the golf course to the beach and back. The view is beautiful. You can breeze in the ocean breeze, see the castle-looking Ritz-Carlton and Pillar Point, and golfers along the way. Just go out and enjoy!

Wayne K.

Google
This section of very popular scenic coastal trail going thru golf link. Parking is limited and usually full by 10 on weekends. It's very close to stairs beach access and the picturesque Ritz Carlton section of trail. If you don't want to get up early on weekends, then park on Redondo road (parking lot is uneven ground). From there, 5 minutes walk to the left takes you enter Ritz Carlton section of coastal trail. About 10 minutes walk to your left is a rough beach access.

David L.

Google
Super nice Pacific Osean view! Nice beach and flower as well. Whole area is not very big, some area are only open for Golfer. Limited parking. There are 2 washroom available. Highly recommended.

Rachella T.

Google
This was a beautiful ocean area very clean there was stair access to the beach but no rinse off areas so keep that in mind when visiting great overlook as well as a picnic table with a great view for lunch all together would go back here.

Lawana O.

Google
This place was really beautiful. We came at low tide at 3 in the morning....Definitely recommend a strong flashlight. It was a little hard to find the path and really scary to go down it to get to the beach. If you're not fit enough to go down a steep hill/crevice...recommend finding another way down. Worth the scary trip down!!

Shade

Google
This was an easy hike for me. The trail was paved and there weren’t any steep inclines. The view from the trail was mediocre. I had my most fun when I went down to the beach. There’s a lot of secluded rocky pools and streams away from the shoreline filled with hermits, sea snails, crabs, and tiny fishes. It was my first time experiencing a beach like that so I spent hours checking the pools out. I wish I would’ve brought wet boots and a net to catch a pet fishy. Great time!