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PRESS RELEASE. From the City of Half Moon Bay on February 28th, 2025.
The City of Half Moon Bay is launching a new pilot program, making four new fire pits available for public use at Poplar Beach from Friday, February 28 to Friday, March 14, 2025!
This initiative is designed to offer more community connection for Half Moon Bay youth and families, providing a fun, safe, and wholesome space for recreation. Additionally, we are extending the beach hours to 10 pm on Fridays and Saturdays during the pilot to give you more time to enjoy a fireside experience.
Normal beach hours will resume after the pilot concludes. We’re also working to ensure Coastal Act consistency, with access for locals and tourists of all economic backgrounds.
We can’t wait for you to enjoy a cozy evening at Poplar Beach! The gates at Poplar Beach Parking Lot will be open Friday and Saturday nights 10:00 pm for this two-week pilot program. Parking fees are still applicable.
Hello Neighbors!
~ From Rick Hernandez, Chloe’s Dad, on Nextdoor.
Our Eagle Scout candidate is tracking your feedback (good and bad) for her follow up with the City and the Coastal Commission.
Please post here (on Nextdoor) or DM me and I will share with her.
Also Poplar Beach parking lot will be open until 10pm on Friday and Saturdays (until the Friday, March 14th).
We noticed very little trash this morning. As always, open fires are not allowed on HMB beaches.
Yes, you can grill on the grates (and somebody already made steak). Glass containers and alcohol are not permitted on city beaches (not my rule).
The firepits will be stored by the city. Chloe is applying for a CDP (Coastal Development Permit) with the California Coastal Commission for her High School capstone project. Goal is have them back in May!








More on the Chloe’s Eagle Scout Firepit Pilot on Coastside Buzz
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