Gems of the San Francisco Peninsula
The San Francisco Peninsula is much more than the home of high tech. Some of the Bay Area’s most iconic outdoor experiences are found here—from dramatic coastline and sprawling beaches to ancient redwood groves and open space preserves with premier views. Add in a buzzworthy food and drink scene, and you've got one of Northern California's most appealing escapes. Here’s a great way to spend a full day!
Week: 06.10.2026
Regions: Northern CA
Poplar Beach
Stroll and Enjoy Poplar Beach in Half Moon Bay
Take a stroll and catch the surf scene from the bluffs above popular beaches or get your feet in the sand (dogs welcome, too) at sublime spots like Poplar Beach in Half Moon Bay.
Read the full storyTake the Exit to the Best of the San Francisco Peninsula
The Quintessential NorCal Experience: All in One Place
The San Francisco Peninsula is proof that some of Northern California’s greatest surprises are hiding just off Highway 101. All you have to do is take the exit.
Find Your San Francisco Peninsula AdventurePurely Purisima
Take an Easy Hike at Purisima Creek Redwoods Open Space Preserve
Take a relaxing hike on the lower section of Purisiima Creek Trail in Purisima Creek Redwoods Open Space Preserve.
Read the full storyBeers, Bites, and Buck’s
Get food and drinks at Buck's and Alpine Inn in Woodside and Portola Valley
Grab lunch and enjoy beer-garden bliss in the historic towns of Woodside and Portola Valley, just west of Silicon Valley.
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Do the Short Hike to Panoramic Views at Windy Hill on the San Francisco Peninsula
The perfect way to wind down a day on the San Francisco Peninsula might just be a late afternoon or sunset-hour hike to one of the region’s premier vista points: Windy Hill.
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