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.