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Half Moon Bay is a charming city south of San Francisco that is home to the Colony of Coastside Artists art collective, which hosts public art classes and workshops.
The city is home to historic buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places, including its William Adam Simmons House and Mills Dairy Barn in Burleigh-Murray Ranch State Park.
Visitors will find delightful beaches throughout the region, including 4 miles of Half Moon Bay State Beach park comprised of Roosevelt, Dunes, Venice, and Francis Beaches.
Pillar Point is home to the Mavericks surf spot, nationally known for its challenging waves reaching peaks of more than 50 feet. Map
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