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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/26/2022
The beach has a lot of tables set on the bluffs overlooking the beach area.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/26/2022
View of Francis Beach day use area.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/26/2022
Trails lead from the bluffs down to the sandy shoreline.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/26/2022
Francis Beach in Half Moon Bay.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/26/2022
Walking path to the water.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/26/2022
The day use area sits adjacent to the large campground.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/26/2022
Overlooking Francis Beach.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/26/2022
The Half Moon Bay Coastside Trail passes right through the beach area and is a popular walking trail along the coastline.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/26/2022
A visitor center building at the beach.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/26/2022
Showers and bathrooms are available at the day use area.