| Poplar Beach | |
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 Horse trail along Poplar Beach | |
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| Location | San Mateo County, California, USA |
| Nearest city | Half Moon Bay, California |
| Coordinates | 37°27′18.9″N 122°26′41.9″W / 37.455250°N 122.444972°W |
| Governing body | Half Moon Bay, California |
Poplar Beach is a beach located in and operated by the city of Half Moon Bay, California.[1] It lies at the end of Poplar Street west of State Route 1. Located roughly a half mile south of Half Moon Bay State Beach, Poplar Beach allows horses[1] and leashed dogs.[2] It is close to a residential area, and there are no fireworks or beach fires allowed. Poplar Beach is open until sunset and is free to the public (though the nearest parking lot is metered[3]).
The Coastal Trail links Poplar Beach to Half Moon Bay State Beach along the top of a bluff with scenic views of the Pacific Ocean and the Mavericks surfing location to the north. This hiking trail is also open to horses and dogs.
