Mavericks Surf at Half Moon Bay south of San Francisco

Mavericks Beach at Half Moon Bay

This is the site of the famous surfer contest at Mavericks Beach in Princeton By The Sea which is just north of Half Moon Bay and about 25 miles south of San Francisco.

Also in view are the radar tower and the break water at the Princeton Marina.  The surf contest brings a lot of attention to this San Mateo County community each year and the city has just finished a beautiful bike path that runs along the shore from the marina to the golf course south of Half Moon Bay.

The marina can also be quite lively when the rock fish and crab seasons are in full swing.  Last year there was also a salmon season after several years of closed or greatly reduced seasons.

There is also good hiking along the beaches and in the hills to the east.