What to do and see in Pacifica, California (CA): The Best Free Things to do

April 1, 2022 Rebbecca Marino

Pacifica is a city in San Mateo County, California, on the coast of the Pacific Ocean between San Francisco and Half Moon Bay.
Restaurants in Pacifica

1. San Pedro Valley Park

600 Oddstad Blvd, Pacifica, CA 94044-4422 +1 650-355-8289 http://parks.smcgov.org/san-pedro-valley-park
Excellent
78%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 23 reviews

San Pedro Valley Park

2. Winters Tavern

1522 Francisco Blvd, Pacifica, CA 94044-2238 +1 650-355-6162 http://www.winterstavern.com
Excellent
70%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 10 reviews

Winters Tavern

3. Sweeney Ridge Trail

Golden Gate National Recreation Area, Pacifica, CA 94044 http://www.parksconservancy.org/visit/park-sites/sweeney-ridge.html
Excellent
71%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 28 reviews

Sweeney Ridge Trail

Reviewed By Dodymary

The views are breathtaking, the trails are well maintained, and once you reach the top you'll see the Pacifica Ocean on one side and the amazing views along the Pennisula. Great hike with lots of interesting sights!

4. Devil's Slide Trail

Highway 1, Pacifica, CA 94044 +1 650-355-8289 http://parks.smcgov.org/devils-slide-trail
Excellent
74%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 209 reviews

Devil's Slide Trail

Reviewed By jonathancchan - New York City, United States

A beautiful trail for a hike, walk, or bike ride during any season. Great views of the ocean and sunset. Opportunities for bird watching. Lots of great informative and educational signs along the way. The entire trail is paved and mostly flat with restrooms on both ends.

5. Milagra Ridge

Milagra Ridge Trail, Pacifica, CA 94044 http://www.nps.gov/goga/miri.htm
Excellent
64%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 11 reviews

Milagra Ridge

6. Shelldance Orchid Gardens

2000 Hwy 1, Pacifica, CA 94044 +1 650-355-4845 http://www.shelldance.com/
Excellent
57%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 14 reviews

Shelldance Orchid Gardens

7. Pacifica State Beach

Pacifica, CA 94044-2516 +1 650-738-7381 http://www.cityofpacifica.org/depts/rec_department/parksbeaches/beach_and_park_info_and_rules/linda_mar_%28pacifica_state_beach%29/default.asp
Excellent
63%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 105 reviews

Pacifica State Beach

Reviewed By bdkLosAngeles

Small beach, big waves and rip currents, no lifeguard. Some surfers. People fishing. Dogs allowed on beach. Not much sand left at high tide. Gorgeous sunset views.

8. Mori Point

Bradford Way, Pacifica, CA 94044 https://www.nps.gov/goga/planyourvisit/upload/sb-mori-2008.pdf
Excellent
80%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 51 reviews

Mori Point

Reviewed By romanw871 - Redwood City, United States

Very nice hike to Mori Point, I would rate it medium due to some elevation gain. For the last part - You can choose to climb steps or use switch backs, switch backs represent longer distance, but more gradual elevation gain. On a clear day you will get nice views from the top. During the whale migration period - this is a good spot to watch them. There is variety of other trails in the area as well. We usually start close to the Municipal Pier, there are a few parking lots, on busy days you can usually find some on street parking in the adjacent area or close to the golf course. Trail is pet friendly- dogs on leash.

9. Rockaway Beach

105 Rockaway Beach Ave, Pacifica, CA 94044-3253
Excellent
50%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 42 reviews

Rockaway Beach

Reviewed By GerriB_12 - Beverly Hills, United States

This is a lovely area to stay, stop for a meal or just to enjoy the beautiful ocean views. A great non-pretentious area.

10. Pacifica Municipal Pier

2100 Beach Blvd, Pacifica, CA 94044-2500 +1 650-738-3760 http://cityofpacifica.org
Excellent
40%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
26%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 57 reviews

Pacifica Municipal Pier

Reviewed By P8097TXterryb - Clearwater, United States

I love this place. It is a great place to go for a walk and view beautiful sunsets over the Pacific Ocean.

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