Beach & Coastal Nature
Francis Beach
Half Moon Bay
All ages; especially easy with younger kids
Free
Year-round
What it offers
Sand play, picnics, beach walks, visitor-center exhibits, and Coastside Trail access
Why parents might like it
One of the easiest Coastside beaches with kids thanks to nearby parking, restrooms, picnic tables, and a straightforward walk to the sand.
Before you book
The ocean is cold and powerful; enjoy sand and shoreline play with close supervision rather than treating it like a calm swimming beach.
Amenities
Parking; picnic tables; running-water restrooms; accessible beach wheelchair