Visit Beautiful San Gregorio California

With cool summers and a small-town vibe, San Gregorio California offers visitors the chance to escape big city life. Do some whale watching, or visit the sandy caves, when you make a stop at San Gregorio State Beach. The lovely beach is family-friendly and rarely packed with visitors. It’s not necessarily the best beach for sunning, but is a great place to take a leisurely stroll. A private, nude beach is located just north of the main one. With sandstone bluffs, Pomponio State Beach includes a small lagoon and booming surf. Keep reading our San Gregorio California travel guide and start planning your vacation to beautiful San Gregorio. For all the great area beaches, click here.

Weather – When to Visit San Gregorio

Average temperatures in San Gregorio vary little. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit San Gregorio, the hottest months are July thru September. The warmest time of year is generally late August to early September where highs are regularly around 78°F with temperatures rarely dropping below 57°F at night. The busiest time for tourism in San Gregorio California, is June thru August. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance.

Best San Gregorio Beaches

San Gregorio State Beach

The area includes a protected, driftwood-strewn estuary at the back of a wide, sandy beach – with grassy bluffs along the coast. The estuary is home to many birds and small animals. California Historical Landmark 26 commemorates the passage of Spanish Explorer Captain Gaspar de Portolá through this area in October 1769. 

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Pomponio Beach

Located 12 miles south of Half Moon Bay along the San Mateo coastline, this area provides access to miles of gently sloping, sandy beaches at the base of high sandstone bluffs. This day-use facility features a small lagoon, roaring surf – and a wide parking area, picnic tables, and barbecues.  

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Pescadero State Beach

The beach has a mile-long shoreline with sandy coves, rocky cliffs, tide pools, fishing spots, and picnic facilities. Across the highway is Pescadero Marsh Natural Preserve, a popular spot for bird watchers and other naturalists. The Reserve is a refuge for wildlife such as: blue herons, kites, deer, raccoons, foxes, and skunks. 

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Tunitas Creek Beach

Halfway between Half Moon Bay and Pescadero, where the waters from King’s Mountain reach the Pacific Ocean, lies Tunitas Creek Beach. Waters from Tunitas Creek run onto the broad, sandy beach. To the north stands an iconic sandstone cliff.

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Pescadero Marsh Natural Preserve

The Marsh Preserve includes several habitats—a tidal estuary, freshwater marsh, brackish water marsh, dense riparian woods, and northern coastal scrub. More than 200 species of birds have been recorded in the Marsh, including more than 60 that nest there, among them great blue herons, double-crested cormorants and great egrets.

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Best Restaurants in San Gregorio

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Pita & Salt $

Pita & Salt serves great authentic and tasty Egyptian food! Generous portions. Timely delivery. Tasty. Catering and pickup only. No dine in but highly recommended! Telephone: 612-816-5509 Web: Pita & Salt

Spork & Stix $$

Korean and Thai food finally united into one box. Their goal is to serve whimsical takes on the flavors of Thailand and Korea put together thoughtfully with an emphasis on balance. All components made in house from scratch, no shortcuts. Just time and passion. Telephone: 650-822-7849 Web: Spork & Stix

Kolobok Russian Soul Food Truck $

Try their modern Russian cuisine served with a smile. Traditional Russian Specialties and Crepes! Telephone: 510-599-6542 Web: Kolobok Russian Soul Food Truck

Taco Coma $

Super amazing tacos with many different toppings. Taco Coma delivers authentic delicious tacos that will leave you wanting more.  Telephone: 510-697-1448 Web: Taco Coma

Cochinta Food Truck $

Cochinita specializes in traditional Street food from Yucatán, Mexico. Specialties include Cochinita Pibil, panuchos, and tacos. Telephone: 415-988-3663 Web: Cochinta Food Truck

Best San Gregorio Nightlife

Apple Jacks (La Honda)

They have a solid beer and liquor selection, stiff pours, sketchy bar food, a pool table, a small stage featuring excellent live music, a world-class jukebox for use when no one is performing, all housed in a historic old building sitting atop the Santa Cruz Mountains in the middle of the redwoods… what more could one ask for in a dive bar? Telephone: 650-747-0331 Web: Apple Jack’s

Sacrilege Brewery (Half Moon Bay)

They like to take what’s expected and turn it on its head. From their brewing methods to their burgers and everything in between. But what they lack in convention, they more than make up for in quality and hospitality — nothing makes them happier than serving hand-made beers and fresh, creative eats to the locals they love.  Telephone: 650-276-7029 Web: Sacrilege Brewery

Mullins Bar & Grill (Half Moon Bay)

Mullins Bar and Grill at Half Moon Bay Golf Links offers a warm and inviting setting for guests to enjoy a delicious casual meal or an upscale special event surrounded by breath-taking ocean and golf course views. Telephone: 650-726-1818 Web: Mullins Bar & Grill

The Saddle Room Bar (Redwood City)

A great neighborhood bar with the same owner since the 1970’s. Great happy hour, great music, and night bartenders with super reasonable drink prices. They also have a good selection of beer on tap. Telephone: 650-361-9756 Web: The Saddle Room Bar

Nighthawk (Redwood City)

Environment is jazzy and classy with excellent customer service! Thanks to jazz music and a classic speakeasy feel this place is a cozy and relaxed night spot. Telephone: 650-503-8025 Web: Nighthawk

Best San Gregorio Hotels