Swimming in Half Moon Bay
Half Moon Bay, California, United States
Best Swim Spots in Half Moon Bay
Ranked by community ratings. Check real-time conditions before heading out.
El Granada
Miramar Beach
Montara State Beach
Pillar Point 8 - Maverick's Beach
Pilarcitos Creek
Pillar Point 5 - Capistrano Beach
Pillar Point 7 - Surf @ West Point Ave
San Gregorio Beach
San Gregorio Creek
Sand Beach
Surfers Beach
Elmar Beach
Francis State Beach
Gray Whale State Beach
Martin's Beach
North Roosevelt Creek
South Roosevelt Creek
Tunitas Beach
Vallejo Beach
Venice Beach
Open Water Swimming in Half Moon Bay
Half Moon Bay offers 27 open water swimming locations across Ocean environments. Whether you are a beginner looking for a calm, sheltered swim or an experienced open water swimmer seeking a challenge, there are options for every level.
Before heading out to any swim spot in Half Moon Bay, check current water conditions on SwimPass. Our SwimScore combines real-time weather, marine data, tides, and water quality into a single 0-100 rating so you can make an informed decision in seconds.
Ocean swimmers in Half Moon Bay should pay attention to tide schedules and swell forecasts. Swimming around slack tide typically offers the calmest conditions. Check our guide to reading water conditions for tips on interpreting local marine forecasts.
New to open water swimming? Start with our safety guide and first swim guide before heading to any new spot.
Swimming Guides
Prepare for your swim in Half Moon Bay with these guides.
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