Miramar Beach – Francis Beach (Half Moon Bay) loop from El Granada

Miramar Beach – Francis Beach (Half Moon Bay) loop from El Granada

Moderate

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Miramar Beach – Francis Beach (Half Moon Bay) loop from El Granada

00:42

13.2km

50m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 28, 2026

Tips

Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 9.37 km for 187 m

Permit required

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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475 m

Miramar Beach

Highlight • Beach

Miramar Beach offers a serene coastal escape with sandy shores and scenic vistas. Visitors can enjoy leisurely walks along the shoreline or explore the nearby California Coastal Trail, which provides stunning ocean views and connects to other local attractions.

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1.65 km

Dunes Beach - Half Moon Bay State Beach

Highlight • Beach

3.42 km

Elmar Beach, Pilarcitos Creek bike bridge

Highlight • Beach

One in a string of long sandy beaches stretching along the Half Moon Bay coast

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4.39 km

Francis Beach

Highlight • Beach

Part of the dozens of miles long beaches along Half Moon Bay. Campground, picnic area, restrooms, water.

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6.68 km

Wavecrest Open Space Beach, Half Moon Bay Bird Trail

Highlight • Beach

Spectecular views down to the beach from the clifftop trails meandering along the edge

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9.62 km

Francis Beach (Half Moon Bay)

Highlight • Beach

Wide sandy beach along the paved Halfmoon Bay bike trail, dotted with wildflowers each spring 🌸🌺🌼🌷

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10.1 km

California Coastal Trail – Half Moon Bay State Beach

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Exactly what it says on the tin! The truth is that most of the trail along Half Moon Bay is nice and flat, making for an easy, casual ride with incredible views.

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