A wonderful place for a pacific-side hike... cliffs and dunes, topped by a unique cypress tree…read moreforest of weathered and worn trees. The trees form a large covered pathway reminiscent of the arches of a large cathedral. We were there in late summer, on a day when the fog was hugging the shore and creating an eerie atmosphere... it made for a beautiful atmosphere so typical of this shore. Parking wasn't an issue as we were there on a Saturday morning. I imagine this gets busier later in the day.... looks like it might be a very popular spot for picnics. The pathways are well maintained, and you get great access to this unique ecosystem. Make sure you hike to the top of the cliff and walk into the "cypress tree tunnels" to see what I'm talking about... it's a beautiful place.

This is such a cute, ocean-themed, neighborhood park! It is small but the structures are…read moreinteresting enough to hold my almost five year old's attention for sometimes two hours. As with most Bay Area parks, it has a separate area for children 2-5, which I have seen mostly people with babies use because that area is really contained. Also, since the park isn't very big, the area for children over 5 isn't intimidating to smaller children. This is because unlike larger parks, big kids aren't unknowingly running over the little kids while they are playing. This is a good thing if you are trying to keep track of a small child. The structures are so cute. There is a lighthouse and boat, a dolphin decorated slide, a shark, and toward the back of the structure are two walls for climbing - one with a monster on it and the other - well, it is a bit hard to identify (!?!?). It looks like Pinnochio maybe, but that is a little random. It could be just a dancing boy wearing shorts with suspenders and a feather in his cap - which, is still random, hahaha. Anyway, the walls are fun and my daughter climbs right up them and then swings to a rope and pulls herself up onto the structure that way. Man, I wish I could do what she does! There is a small basketball court as well, so I bring my daughter's bike and she takes turns riding her bike all around the black top and then going on the structures and then back to biking. It's great. We are so lucky to have Moss Beach Park nearby!

Note- address is 452 oak ave, dont rely on google maps to find this park. Good for the preschool…read moreset but not much here for older kids. pros: Clean and in good condition. One large play structure with three small slides, mini climbing wall, rubberized play surface. Sound of creek nearby. Picnic tables trash cans and bathroom. Cons: Not much shade if you happen to come on a sunny afternoon. Tip- if street parking is tight, use the CVS baskin Robbins parking area and walk across the bridge at the rear of the shopping center.

Half Moon Bay has a new park. This park is designed for children 1-5 years old. The play structure…read moreis on soft cork material. It offers plenty to climb on and one small side. My son loves the elevated tunnel and the baby rock climbing wall. No, swings but plenty of picnic tables. This out of the way park is worth finding. Parking can be rough on the weekends. You may want to park in the Basken Robbins lot and walk over the bridge and access the playground that way.

Met some friends and their kids here and it really is a wonderful playground! It is huge and love…read morethat it is enclosed and super inclusive for all kids. Appreciate the beautiful murals and saw lots of kids with cardboard boxes flattened to go down the slide area. Also plenty of parking which is perfect!

Beautiful park, great playground, and a few fields for sports. Restrooms don't get good cleaning…read moreneeds improvement. 3.7/5

A nice place to come and picnic/let kids run around. I wish there were a few more picnic benches…read moreavailable - they have more available within the playground itself which is technically animal-free but since we had our dog and the one table outside the perimeter was taken, we decided to take our chances and break the rule. Trash cans and bathrooms are on site, it's nice for adults to be able to sit back and enjoy while keeping a close eye on their kids. The park is set back a little bit from the street and has trees surrounding it which helps to provide a buffer on a windy day. There is also a hiking/biking trail available here if you want to go on a short hike.

Peaceful park tucked away in my new neighborhood of charming El Granada. Visited twice so far and…read moream looking forward to many more. First visit we casually explored the immediate area past the entrance. The eucalyptus trees immediately surround you and the smell is amazing. The paths are clean and there was plenty of exploring to do. The second visit I set out to find "the pond" and was glad someone told me to keep left at all intersections to find it, because solely going from the sporadic signs scattered about, I would not have found it. Having had some rainfall in the previous days, I found the paths to be a bit muddy and tougher to hike. The incline makes for a good work out indeed. Encountered some mountain bikers along the way and can easily see how this park is perfect for some off roading. The pond itself was nothing spectacular but it was cool learning more about the newts they live there. All in all really chill park, great for a casual or a bit more intense hike based on your preferences. Very kid and doggy friendly.

This is a very clean and spaced out park with something for everyone. My kids enjoyed the obstacle…read morecourse details and the supper long slide. It is very clean and well maintained. There is plenty of parking on a Sunday and not too noisy or crowded. There is a $6 fee entrance for vehicles to enter the Coyote Point County Park.

We had just flown into SFO the night before and were looking for a good park nearby to go to,…read morethankfully we saw that this was right next to CuriOdyssey which we were planning on going to. The parking fee to enter the whole greater park is reasonable especially with all of the things you can do in Coyote Point. One of the cooler playgrounds we have seen, clearly this was really well thought out. Having the 3 story castle really got our daughter excited as soon as she saw it. The dragons to talk through to each other is really unique. Our daughter had a blast playing here and meeting a couple of kids early in the morning. Well maintained park, clean, seems to be a pretty safe spot. As a parent chasing a 4 year old the fencing between the big kids and little kids area was pretty annoying since it lacked gates where I would expect them to be.

We had such a great time at Lemos Farm! It's one of those places where kids are instantly happy and…read morebusy, and parents can actually relax a little (rare combo, honestly). There's plenty to do -- pony rides, train rides, animals, play areas -- and everything is well organized and feels safe. What I really appreciated is that it's not overwhelming or chaotic like some bigger places. The staff were friendly, patient with the kids, and everything ran smoothly. It felt like a genuine, wholesome experience rather than a tourist trap. Perfect spot for a family day, especially with younger kids. We'll definitely be coming back!

IMHO I've always…read morewanted to see what was inside Lemos Farms. One can't miss seeing the Lemos horse that is always decorated for seasonal events and holidays, when driving down Hwy. 92. It appears that there is only one in-and-out entrance to the farm, which could prove to be a challenge especially during the Halloween event. Somehow, we made it in and found parking in their lot. What surprised me was the admission price to enter the properties' activities. For an adult, the price is $17. You can buy gold and silver passes which offer more activities. The kind lady at the ticket booth explained that the ticket covers your basic rides, which in hindsight seems like a good idea. I've been to another pumpkin patch in Morgan Hill that doesn't charge admission but does for its rides, but you get to choose your activity. I've probably spent the same amount as what Lemos is asking. However, we chose not to stay and left. At the time we arrived, it was very crowded and I'm sure lines for the rides would be long as well. We just wanted to take pictures of the Halloween and pumpkin decorations, and paying $17 each to do that wasn't going to happen. I'm sure it was lovely, but I won't really know.

If you're looking for a peaceful coastal escape, Fitzgerald Marine Reserve is such a hidden gem…read more The tide pools here are the biggest we've ever explored--so much to see and wander through (definitely best when the tides are low!). We even spotted a baby seal, which made the whole experience feel extra special. The beach itself is calm, quiet, and beautifully blue--perfect if you're trying to avoid crowded, touristy spots. I personally skipped swimming since there's a lot of visible coral/rocky areas, but honestly, this place is more about exploring than swimming anyway. Just a heads up: there's about a 10-minute walk from the parking lot, but it's totally worth it. Overall, such a cute, peaceful place to spend a day by the ocean.

A beautiful place to come to for tidepooling or just for a hike through the trees. On a sunny day,…read morethe trees will provide you cool shade but the sunlight will filter in and bathe everything in the most gorgeous light. We brought the kids tidepooling here and they loved it. Check ahead for what time low tide will be so you can plan accordingly. The main entrance to the beach from the visitor center is closed but you can walk 10 minutes over to the Seal Cove staircase and go down to the beach and rocks from there. Bring rainboots or shoes with good grip as the rocks are slippery. You'll see plenty of anemones and hermit crabs and will spot a couple of small fish darting by. If you're lucky, you'll even see a starfish! After being on the rocks for a bit, you can relax on the beach before heading back. Parking is a bit limited - there is a private lot but it fills up quickly but it shouldn't be too difficult to find street parking in the surrounding neighborhood.

What a fantastic park for the little ones, located at the back of Pacifica. Since it's more in the…read morevalley, it's shielded a bit from the sea winds and the weather is quite nice. The play structure is massive and definitely caters to the little ones' imaginations as you can pretend you're in a castle, complete with turrets. They also have a sandbox, playhouses, and swings, so you are sure to find something for all the kids to enjoy. They also have picnic tables and a giant grassy area where you can run around, hold birthday parties, or just sit to have lunch. A couple of bathrooms are located on site, and they are relatively clean, although they do not provide soap or sanitizer.

Great park. There are lots of trees. There are trails. There is a playground with baby swings and a…read morecool train structure. There is a tire swing! There is a walk climbing wall and a few slides as well as 2 sets of monkey bars and bridges. It is a nice big park and a great place to have a bbq or a picnic. It would also be a great place for events or birthday parties as well. I love it!

Located in a residential neighborhood near the Roblox headquarters just down the street. The park…read moreis pretty small. It does have modern playground. It also has one basketball court half size. There's also one bathroom stall. It's clean! Plenty of street parking nearby.

This is not a huge playground, but still ample space for kids to run around and burn off some…read moreenergy. There is plenty of street parking available. The park has onsite bathrooms, although the bathrooms are not in the best condition. There is a big grassy area right next to it, I saw people hosting birthday parties there and having Paddock Park available right next to the event is a convenient option for the kids to go to.

This playground is tucked away in a residential area off the coast behind a church and the Pedro…read morePoint Firehouse. It's relatively small, but is quaint and has a great treehouse feeling structure with two slides of different heights. There's also a sand box and a baby swing and a larger seat like swing with straps. This playground is definitely off the beaten path but if you happen to be in the area, it's cute and can provide quite a bit of entertainment for the 5 & under crowd (at least that's who was with me) honestly I am giving it 4 stars for the really cool construction of the tree house, but for what this park offers, it's more like a 3 star park because it's so small (my son got bored in 20 min) and there aren't bathrooms. Some other things to note: - there's only street parking, which isn't much of an issue in that area except for Sunday's which is when a church that's in front of the park holds services. - there's some llamas (or are they alpacas?) across the street that my son loved to look at. He never saw one before and kept moo-ing at them. Lol! - if you walk further down the street you can see Pacifica State Beach and catch a glimpse of the surfers trying to catch some waves. Provided my son a bit of entertainment too.

A hidden playground near the beach by Grocery Outlet. Across the street you will see Llamas!…read more People should clean up their trash here. I saw a leftover cupcake, rootbeer cans, napkins, trash.