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Half Moon Bay, California, United States
Frenchmans Creek
Frenchmans Creek near Half Moon Bay offers sheltered saltwater tidal lagoon swimming with warmer, calmer conditions than the open ocean. The creek suits beginner to intermediate swimmers, though tidal changes affect depth significantly. Plan your visit around high tide for optimal water depth and swim during calm morning hours.

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Frenchmans Creek
37.4805, -122.4511
Details
- Location
- Half Moon Bay, California, United States
- Type
- river
- Difficulty
- beginner
- Coordinates
- 37.4805, -122.4511