History tour · Half Moon Bay

History and Culture Tour by HI Point Montara Lighthouse, Half Moon Bay

Half Moon Bay, California, United States

Self-guided
About 3 h
Works in your browser
By HI Point Montara Lighthouse

US$2One-off · no account · no subscription

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Length: About 3 h
Stops: 4
Route: 6.3 km
Starts at: HI Point Montara Lighthouse
Price: US$2, one-off

About this tour

“History and Culture Tour” is a self-guided walking tour in Half Moon Bay, United States, made by HI Point Montara Lighthouse. It takes about 3 hours, costs a one-off US$2 to unlock and runs in your phone’s browser with a live map, so you can start whenever you like. No app or account needed.

Step back in time and uncover the dramatic history of the Montara coast. This tour explores the treacherous waters that led to the lighthouse's construction and the ambitious, short-lived railway that once clung to these cliffs. You'll gain a deeper appreciation for the forces of nature and human ingenuity that shaped this beautiful landscape.

Where it starts

The tour starts at HI Point Montara Lighthouse in Half Moon Bay and covers about 6.3 km on foot. The map on your phone takes you there, then on from stop to stop.

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