Pillar Point Launch Ramp
Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:25 PM
- Tide
- 5.561 ft now
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Tide Conditions
Updated 8 hr agoSource: NOAA CO-OPS station 9414523 — Redwood City · 14.6 mi from this ramp
Launch Light & Moon — July 23
local timeFirst Quarter (69% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Pillar Point Launch Ramp
| Location | Half Moon Bay, California |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Pacific Ocean |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.5/5 (51 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 37.502291, -122.477549 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | San Mateo County |
| Tidal | Yes - check tide charts before launching |
Pillar Point Launch Ramp is a public boat launch providing access to Pacific Ocean in Half Moon Bay, California at coordinates 37.50229, -122.47755. Rated 4.5/5 based on 51 Google reviews.
Pillar Point Launch Ramp is a public boat launch on Pacific Ocean in Half Moon Bay, San Mateo County, California. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows current NOAA tide readings, sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
Related: boat ramp near Half Moon Bay • public launch in San Mateo County • fishing access on Pacific Ocean • California boat launch
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pillar Point Launch Ramp
Is Pillar Point Launch Ramp free to use?
Yes, Pillar Point Launch Ramp is a public boat launch with free access in Half Moon Bay, California.
How is Pillar Point Launch Ramp rated?
Pillar Point Launch Ramp has a 4.5 out of 5 rating based on 51 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Pillar Point Launch Ramp access?
Pillar Point Launch Ramp provides boat launch access to Pacific Ocean in Half Moon Bay, California.
How do I get to Pillar Point Launch Ramp?
Pillar Point Launch Ramp is located at coordinates 37.502291, -122.477549 in Half Moon Bay, California. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
Boaters have 6 other launch options within 10.1 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.