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    “Great place even for a non-surfer”

    I visited in the summer when there were not huge waves and only 1 surfer. But the ocean is always... read more

    Reviewed 1 week ago
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    “Overcast walk on the beach”

    Uncrowded cool morning at Mavericks. Spent about 20 min watching sealions playing 10 meters off the... read more

    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Joseph C
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    Popular beach in Half Moon Bay that is known for superb big-wave surfing.
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    West Point Avenue, Pillar Point, Half Moon Bay, CA
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    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Great place even for a non-surfer

    I visited in the summer when there were not huge waves and only 1 surfer. But the ocean is always beautiful and its worth the hike ti=o dee it

    Thank screenname000
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Overcast walk on the beach

    Uncrowded cool morning at Mavericks. Spent about 20 min watching sealions playing 10 meters off the beach. They'd play for a bit and then watch us watching them for a several min. Only one surfer paddles out to catch a few waves. Not too big,...More

    Thank Joseph C
    Reviewed July 1, 2018 via mobile
    Cool

    Nice people running the shop. Very cool shop! We love to check out the surf shops and this one has a lot of surf history. Good prices on shirts and they have dash hula girls - we looked for one for a while and they...More

    Thank Stacy M
    Reviewed May 2, 2018 via mobile
    only for surfers

    Need binoculars. Don't bother unless surf is up. Watch tide charts. Many more beaches, even side roads past lovely homes, to watch sun set.

    Thank callucan
    Reviewed April 29, 2018
    Wonderful cliff walk

    This is a beautiful place to explore. You can take steep hikes down to beaches where you are the only one walking, or drift over to the tide pools to explore local sea life. Walking distance to town to enjoy a harborside snack/lunch.

    1  Thank champangedreamz
    Reviewed April 11, 2018
    Beautiful view, nice walking beach, easy to get to.

    We didn't see huge waves on the day we visited but it was still beautiful. Nice beach for dogs when not crowded. We were there in April and there were no crowds in the morning. Very easy walk from parking lot to beach. Beautiful wild...More

    Thank P D
    Reviewed April 8, 2018
    Must see!

    I am so thankful we hiked the short trail to see Mavericks, totally worth it at sunset! Definitely plan to go at low tide. Lots of shells and photo ops.

    Thank MMcFadz
    Reviewed February 26, 2018
    No waves when we went, but still was a pleasant stroll

    Was hoping to spot the gigantic waves and surfers that this point is famous for, but unfortunately they weren't present when we went. However, it was still a nice stroll to the point and back. Ideal to walk your dogs and for families with young...More

    Thank Chia2005
    Reviewed January 17, 2018
    Beautiful walking and picnic spot

    This is a beautiful walk along the water with beach front and benches to picnic or swim at. Its very popular with limited parking, so best to leave early or be prepared to wait for a spot. The jetty creates a protected beach on one...More

    1  Thank Lighthouse-Lane-001
    Reviewed December 4, 2017
    A beautiful day in December

    Parking on the side of the road, you can walk down to the beach and watch the surfers. We are lucky to live in such a beautiful area.

    Thank Sharon L
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    Response from Sande R | Reviewed this property |
    The time of high tide or low tide varies seasonally- I would check the local news outlets, or search online. There are also surfing stores along highway 1, or in the harbor area. The shops can also direct you to the tide... More
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    Response from Melissa C | Reviewed this property |
    Mavericks run October thru March, so depending on the waves. It is called with 48 hours notice to get to Mavericks so you just have to be on call. The waves have to be just right for the surfers and some years it doesn't... More
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