Beach & Coastal Nature
Venice Beach
Venice Beach
All ages
Low cost
Year-round
End of Venice Boulevard, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
The practical stuff
Parking
Paid on-site lot
Use the paid state-beach day-use lot; it can fill on busy weekends.
Restrooms
Public restrooms
Running-water public restrooms near the day-use area.
Stroller access
Mostly
Paved trail and picnic area are stroller-friendly; sand is not.
More amenities
Picnic area, Picnic tables, Outdoor rinsing showers, Coastside Trail access
About this spot
A practical beach stop for sand play, walks, picnics, and Coastside Trail access.
A practical beach stop for sand play, walks, picnics, and Coastside Trail access.
Why families like it
A practical family beach stop with the basics nearby—good for sand play, a walk, and a picnic without too much setup.
A practical family beach stop with the basics nearby—good for sand play, a walk, and a picnic without too much setup.
Before you go
Keep young kids close near the water; waves and conditions can change quickly.
Keep young kids close near the water; waves and conditions can change quickly.
Please note: This is a parent-curated guide. Information may change, so please verify details with the business before visiting.
The practical stuff
Parking
Paid on-site lot
Use the paid state-beach day-use lot; it can fill on busy weekends.
Restrooms
Public restrooms
Running-water public restrooms near the day-use area.
Stroller access
Mostly
Paved trail and picnic area are stroller-friendly; sand is not.
More amenities
Picnic area, Picnic tables, Outdoor rinsing showers, Coastside Trail access
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.