A parent-curated guide to the Coastside
Explore parks, classes, beaches, and family favorites across Half Moon Bay, El Granada, Montara, and Moss Beach.
55 local listings · Updated regularly
Coastside favorites
A few parent-friendly places and activities to start with.
Library & Literacy
Half Moon Bay Library
Half Moon Bay
Babies through elementary ages
Free
Storytimes, crafts, literacy programs, and rotating family events
Farm Attraction
Lemos Farm
Half Moon Bay
Strongest for ages 2–9; all ages welcome
Paid
Pony rides, train ride, hayrides, petting zoo, bounce houses, and seasonal attractions
Park & Playground
Quarry Park
El Granada
Tot area 1–5; youth area 5–12
Free
Tot and youth playgrounds, open grass, treehouse, picnic area, community garden, and trails
Beach & Coastal Nature
Francis Beach
Half Moon Bay
All ages; especially easy with younger kids
Free
Sand play, picnics, beach walks, visitor-center exhibits, and Coastside Trail access
Tide Pools & Nature
Fitzgerald Marine Reserve
Moss Beach
Best for ages 3+ with hands-on adult help
Free
Tide pooling, spotting crabs, sea stars, anemones, bluff walks, and nature learning
Indoor Play
Half Moon Play
Half Moon Bay
Ages 0–9
Paid
Indoor play space with a two-story playground, ball pit, slides, and pretend-play areas
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