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Pomponio State Beach

By Betsy Malloy, About.com

About Pomponio State Beach:

Pomponio State Beach has lots of gently-sloping sand at the base of high sandstone bluffs. The small lagoon faces onto roaring surf

Part of Pomponio State Beach is used as a clothing optional beach, but it's isolated from the rest of the beach.

Pomponio State Beach Fees:
    Entrance Fee: State parks fee (self-registration)
    Parking Fee: Included in entrance fee
Creature Comforts at Pomponio State Beach:
  • Pit toilets
  • Picnic tables (on the grass) - some overlook the beach
  • Barbecue grills
  • No pets allowed
Pomponio State Beach Activities:
  • Beachcombing
  • Beach play
Highs and Lows at Pomponio Beach:
The beach sometimes collects a lot of driftwood. Swimmers beware of rip currents.
How to Get to Pomponio State Beach:
Pomponio State Beach is 12 miles south of Half Moon Bay on CA Hwy 1.
More San Mateo County Beaches:

In order from north to south:

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