Things to Do with Kids in Half Moon Bay — 8 Family-Friendly Places

A working family farm in Half Moon Bay offering pony rides, train rides, hay rides, petting zoo with baby goats and bunnies, farm slide, barn jumpers, and goat yoga. Especially popular during the fall pumpkin patch season.

A beautiful paved coastal trail stretching 7.5 miles along dramatic Pacific bluffs past beaches, wildlife habitats, and ocean overlooks. Mostly flat and traffic-free, perfect for family cycling. Easy access to multiple beaches along the way.

A beloved fall tradition featuring multiple pumpkin patches along Highway 92. Farms like Lemos Farm and Arata's offer hay rides, corn mazes, pony rides, and pumpkin picking. The annual Art & Pumpkin Festival draws thousands.

The most family-friendly of Half Moon Bay's beaches with a parking lot offering immediate beach access — no cliff scrambling needed. Oceanfront picnic tables, a visitor center with nature exhibits for kids, and connection to the Coastside Trail.

Guided beach horseback rides along Half Moon Bay's coastline, one of the few places in the Bay Area offering riding directly on the beach. Pony rides for younger kids and trail rides through coastal bluffs. An unforgettable family experience with Pacific Ocean views.

Oceanfront camping at Francis Beach with 52 sites, hot showers, fire pits, and picnic tables. Connected to Coastside Trail for biking and the beach for sandcastles.

Farm-to-table restaurant with a massive garden featuring an outdoor bar, lawn games, and a kid-friendly play area. Comfort food in a rustic setting.

Waterfront brewpub overlooking Pillar Point Harbor with an expansive patio, fire pits, and ocean views. Activity-filled kids menu. Live music weekends.