Beach camping near Half Moon Bay

See massive waves and giant pumpkins in this cozy Bay Area beach town.

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United States
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California
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Half Moon Bay

94% (702 reviews)

Popular camping styles for Half Moon Bay

Camper favorites near Half Moon Bay

Public campgrounds near Half Moon Bay

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Rob Hill Campground

2 sites In Golden Gate National Recreation Area

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Sequoia Group Camps

2 sites · RVs, Tents In Big Basin Redwoods State Park

View of Site #1 and #2 from Site #3 (The three sites are very close to each other.)

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Bicentennial Campground

3 sites In Golden Gate National Recreation Area

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Sempervirens Campground

28 sites · RVs, Tents In Big Basin Redwoods State Park

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Alice Eastwood Group Campground

2 sites In Mount Tamalpais State Park

Cabin #16, awesome to hear the creek on the other side of the trees but very very muddy. I think it was the combination of low ground and water access close by.

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Big Basin Tent Cabins

36 sites In Big Basin Redwoods State Park

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Frank Valley Group Horse Campground

1 site In Mount Tamalpais State Park

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Sky Meadow Group Camps

2 sites In Big Basin Redwoods State Park

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Kirby Cove Campground

4 sites In Golden Gate National Recreation Area

On the Saratoga Gap Trail returning from the Castle Rock Trail Camp

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Castle Rock Trail Camp

40 sites · RVs, Tents In Castle Rock State Park

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Blooms Creek Campground

142 sites · RVs, Tents In Big Basin Redwoods State Park

Campsite 60, complete with a picnic table, fire pit, and storage container. The trees were beautiful to look at and protected us from the torrential downpour.

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Huckleberry Campground

31 sites · RVs, Tents In Big Basin Redwoods State Park

Stories from the community

1 night at Blackberry Farm

very comfortable, open spot on a very comfortable, private field. bathroom facilities and hot tub are nice, spring water tasty.

2 nights at Blackberry Farm

The campsite is very peaceful, set in a shady spot near the shared group area, which has showers, bathrooms, an open-air kitchen, dining, and firepit seating areas. The camp host, Walter, is very helpful and responds well to text messages.

2 nights at Dreamy California Coast Airstreams

We stayed for 2 nights and it was amazing. Very relaxed and calming experience. I appreciate that there were only 4 sites and is not crowded. I enjoyed the view and the coziness of the place. Perfect getaway from my busy schedule. Enjoyed quality time with my family. I suggested this place to my friends and they are highly considering checking this location out.

Gyzelle

2 weeks ago

2 nights at Dreamy California Coast Airstreams

Absolutely stunning view! The airstream was clean, with nice furnishings and we had everything we needed. We enjoyed making pizza and grilling steak then enjoying the view by the firepit. There was one night when guests from the other campsite were playing music loudly, other than that we had a great time. My husband recommended to give the bushes around the fence a trim as it blocks the view. The hosts were responsive, helpful and gave clear instructions. We plan on coming back with a crew to rent out the other campsites!

1 night at Blackberry Farm

Absolutely beautiful place! Kind hosts, well-maintained, and so many amazing amenities. Blackberry Farm was exactly what we needed for a coastal getaway night. We came from hiking up at Tomales Point, and explored Point Reyes the next day.

3 nights at Blackberry Farm

We had a lovely stay at blackberry. From the beautiful views to the friendly farm cats, we loved our time here. There were more amenities provided than we expected and turned our camping experience into a nice glamping experience. Everyone was so friendly and respectful of the common spaces, and we can’t wait to return sometime in the future.

2 nights at Blackberry Farm

It was a windy weekend, but the farm was nicely sheltered. We really enjoyed the cooking area and the outdoor shower. Beautiful location and helpful hosts.

Perfect spot for us! Guy and Jessica were so nice and we had everything we needed. Cozy, comfy little trailer in a quiet friendly town. Walking distance to a beautiful vista point overlooking the beach.

2 nights at Blackberry Farm

Beautiful property, gracious hosts, great location!

2 nights at Tunitas Beach Overlook - Airstream

Incredible property! We loved our stay here and the Airstream is equipped with pretty much anything you would need. Unbelievable views with a good amount of privacy from neighboring sites as well. I would recommend anyone to stay here.

Weekend Trip to Blackberry Farm

Great location and great amenities. The campground is clean and quiet. We arrived early and got a tour of the campground. There wasn’t as much contact with animals as I was expecting, but on the other hand it was really quiet. I really appreciated having a wheel barrel available to carry our stuffs to the campsite (which was very close). We didn’t get to enjoy the hot tub, but the gas fire pit was a great addition. There wasn’t no hot water at the showers in the morning, which was disappointing and there wasn’t some clogging of the drains, which I think were resolve within an hour or so.

Kim

June 2025

3 nights at The Yard!

My partner and I had a cozy time at the Yard. The Casita camper was the perfect place to crash after exploring Santa Cruz's beaches and redwood forests during the day. The nearby La Selva beach was a nice short walk away. It's also close to US-1, so it's a quick drive to Santa Cruz and UCSC's campus. I recommend!

Irene

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Dreamy California Coast Airstreams

Such a great location for a weekend getaway! Loved the Airstream - and the whole set-up on the cliff with the amazing views were all as described and more. We had such a fun & relaxing time - we'll definitely be back and have already referred friends/family to check this land/location/experience out - thanks again Mark!

2 nights at Blackberry Farm

Gorgeous spot with nice camping set-up. Definitely would recommend!

2 nights at Blackberry Farm

A gorgeous place to camp off the grid! We were not prepared for the sheer quality of the amenities, including what is basically a kitchen for basic camping meals and clean toilets and showering with running water. The property is beautiful and just down the road from town, and the hosts are friendly and gracious as well. We plan to return anytime!

Weekend Trip to Blackberry Farm

Such a special spot! A perfect grassy meadow tucked away on a farm next to the ocean. Nice cool breeze when we were there. Just down the street from small family owned grocery, restaurant, bar, hardware store and beach. Daughter and I surfed and hit the hot tub and shower afterwards. Beautiful area…dreamy. You just may be inspired to start a farm yourself after visiting. Flushing toilets decently good. Shower, powered by propane a little wonky but it works. You can make it super cold too if you’re into that. Overall pleasant stay and will definitely be back. If you’re lucky you’ll get to see the sheep, llama and ‘78 Westy

Weekend Trip to Blackberry Farm

This farm is heaven! Peaceful, beautiful, wonderful location. The hot tub is blissful.

1 night at Dreamy California Coast Airstreams

Beautiful views. Easily accessible and well maintained airstream. Would recommend.

Weekend Trip to Blackberry Farm

What a lovely stay. The property is quiet and beautiful, the amenities are ample, and our hosts were lovely. Tent sites are adjacent, so you will get to know your neighbors if you have any. When were were there in early June, there were generally 1-2 other parties present. It was so fun to see the sheep, chickens and even llama, and even better to have a fully stocked camp kitchen and running hot water. Highly recommend!

2 nights at Blackberry Farm

We loved the charming campsite within walking distance of Bolinas. The sites are somewhat close together however the extra amenities (hot tub, shower, outdoor kitchen, etc) more than compensate. It’s the perfect spot to hang out or explore everything Marin has to offer.

3 top beach campgrounds near Half Moon Bay

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Blackberry Farm

6 sites · Lodging, Tents6 acres · Bolinas, CA

Blackberry Farm sits on the western side of Mount Tamalpais, tucked in the Gospel Flat area of Bolinas. The family farm and residence were established during the late 1970s on the site of the historic Peter’s Dairy Ranch. The original farmhouse dates back to the late 19th century and survived the great 1906 earthquake. Today, the 7-acre farm is being restored to sustainably support fruit orchards, cottage flower and kitchen gardens, honey bees, a boisterous flock of chickens, and naughty shetland sheep. Our self-serve farmstand attached to our barn has seasonal flowers, organic eggs, heirloom fruit, and local goods from the farm. Our property is the perfect rustic getaway for backpackers and outdoor enthusiasts. You’ll be surrounded by farm/ranch life: chickens clucking, roosters crowing, bees buzzing, and sheep bleating. We also have active nighttime wildlife: coyotes howling, raccoons foraging, owls hooting, etc. Bring earplugs if nature sounds are too much for you. We offer 4 walk-in tent sites that allow you to immerse yourself in nature. We welcome well-behaved pets ON LEASH that won’t harass the chickens, cats, sheep, other campers, or residents. Unruly pets and their campers will be asked to leave. No refund. Limit: 1 dog per site. Pitch your tent in a meadow shared by: Campsite 1 - left side of the meadow, closest to the common area and hot tub. Campsite 2 - middle of the meadow, closest to our fenced apiary and bee garden. Campsite 3 - right side of the meadow, near the orchard. (sites 1 and 3 are next to each other) Campsite 4 - front of the pasture, closest to the parking area (best for car/van campers wanting space to lounge near their parked vehicle.) Multiple sites may be booked for group camping. Sites 1 and 3 are next to each other under the Cypress Trees. Add site 2 if you would like the entire back half of the campground. Add site 4 if you'd like to have a maximum number of 16 total campers and 2 tents/per site. The common area has an outdoor shower, hot tub, covered bbq/cook area, tented (weather-protected) hangout space, and a place to stash your surfboard. The pizza oven is not available for campground use. Redwood Grove hangout areas have seating and tree swings. Please pack out your trash. We offer a recycling bin for glass bottles, cans, and clean paper. Parking is 100 yds or less from the campsites. We have a large wheelbarrow to help you cart your camping gear across the pasture to your campsite. No driving onto or parking in the meadow. Due to the narrow driveway and parking area (lack of turnaround), the site cannot accommodate RVs, trailers, or vehicles beyond 16ft in length, 7ft in width, or 10 ft in height. 1 car per campsite, please. 15-minute walk to the beach and downtown.

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Silicon Valley View

10 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · Day Valley, CA

We created this space for everyone to enjoy.

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Dreamy California Coast Airstreams

4 sites · Lodging30 acres · Pescadero, CA

This is private 30 acres property overlooking the stunning Tunitas Beach and Pacific ocean from a breathtaking ocean cliff view. Stunning sunrise and sunset greet you in these fully equipped Airstreams. Fully loaded with all the amenities to make your glamping experience perfect. Fire pit, BBQ, Pizza oven, A/C, Heater, full kitchen with all necessary cookware and serving dishes to cook inside the airstream or on the BBQ or Pizza oven outside. Comes will full bathroom with hot shower. Truly a rare and memorable experience, located within 9 mins of Half Moon Bay shopping. Beach access short walk or drive.

Nearby parks

Explore the area’s public lands.

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Big Basin Redwoods State Park

Boulder Creek, California

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Golden Gate National Recreation Area

Sausalito, California

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Mount Tamalpais State Park

Stinson Beach, California

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Castle Rock State Park

Saratoga, California

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Point Reyes National Seashore

Inverness, California

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Angel Island State Park

China Camp State Park

Santa Venetia, California

Right after the storm passed through. The pelicans were going nuts!

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New Brighton State Beach

Capitola, California

Stormy sunrise at Francis Beach Campground

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Half Moon Bay State Beach

Half Moon Bay, California

Other options near Half Moon Bay

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Cotillion Gardens RV Park

2 sites30 acres · Felton, CA

Campers looking to explore the Santa Cruz Mountain redwoods can spend their nights at Cotillion Gardens RV Park, a rare spot bordering Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park off of Highway 9. Here, you’ll find an array of pet-friendly RV sites, San Lorenzo River-front camping cabins (bring your own bedding!), and four designated tent camping sites with wooden platforms, fire pits, and picnic tables. Take advantage of direct state park access to discover beautiful Redwood Grove Loop Trail and other hiking trails, home to some of California’s oldest redwood trees. RV sites can accommodate up to 6 guests in travel trailers, big rigs, and fifth-wheel trailers up to 36 feet, with options ranging from 30-amp electrical service to full hookups and sewer connections. Standout amenities include a heated swimming pool (May to October), laundry facilities, redwood forest horseshoe pits, and for the kids, a playground and clubhouse filled with games. Choose site #68 if you need pull-through access—also, look out for offseason discounts and even extended-stay RV sites.

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