Park & Events

John L. Carter Memorial Park

John L. Carter Memorial Park

All ages

Varies

Year-round + events

Stone Pine Road at Main Street, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

Get directions

Official website

Official website

Get directions

Official website

Get directions

The practical stuff

Parking

Nearby public parking

Use nearby downtown street parking or public lots.

Restrooms

Public restrooms

Public restroom at the park.

Stroller access

Yes

More amenities

Children’s play area, Open grass, Amphitheater, Picnic area, Concession stand, Accessible walking trail, Terraced seating

About this spot

A downtown green space for picnics, community gatherings, performances, and a quick break between errands.

A downtown green space for picnics, community gatherings, performances, and a quick break between errands.

Why families like it

A nice downtown pause for a snack, little-kid wiggles, or a community event—better as a gathering space than a playground.

A nice downtown pause for a snack, little-kid wiggles, or a community event—better as a gathering space than a playground.

Before you go

Check event schedules for programmed activities.

Check event schedules for programmed activities.

Please note: This is a parent-curated guide. Information may change, so please verify details with the business before visiting.

The practical stuff

Parking

Nearby public parking

Use nearby downtown street parking or public lots.

Restrooms

Public restrooms

Public restroom at the park.

Stroller access

Yes

More amenities

Children’s play area, Open grass, Amphitheater, Picnic area, Concession stand, Accessible walking trail, Terraced seating

Keep exploring

Keep exploring

A few more ways to find your family’s next Coastside outing.

A few more ways to find your family’s next Coastside outing.

Classes & programs

Classes & programs

Outdoor adventures

Outdoor adventures

Indoor & community

Indoor & community