Outdoor & fun
Pillar Point Harbor
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Pillar Point Harbor is a lively working harbor on the San Mateo County coast, just south of Half Moon Bay. It serves as a base for commercial fishing vessels, sportfishing charters, and recreational boaters. Visitors can stroll the docks, watch fishermen unload their catch, or book a charter for deep-sea fishing, whale watching, or a sunset cruise. The harbor is also home to several seafood restaurants and a fish market where you can buy freshly caught Dungeness crab in season. On weekends, a farmers' market often sets up near the harbor. The adjacent beach and breakwater offer pleasant walking paths with views of the harbor and ocean.
Don't miss
- Book a sportfishing charter for salmon, rockfish, or Dungeness crab
- Dine on fresh seafood at one of the harborside restaurants
- Stroll the marina and watch boats come and go
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Pillar Point Harbor
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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