# Half Moon Beach > Small, secluded beach offers pristine sands and clear waters with scenic rocky cliffs nearby. Atmosphere stays peaceful and calm, attracting families and dog walkers who enjoy space and quiet. Grassy picnic areas with playgrounds and barbecue spots add to the relaxed, private vibe. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/HalfMoonBeach1 - Address: 24 Hough Ave, Gloucester, Massachusetts, United States - Website: https://www.discovergloucester.com/directory/half-moon-beach/ ## What it is good for - Nice View — 10/10 - Peaceful — 10/10 - Private — 10/10 - Fun Activities — 10/10 - Relaxing Spot — 10/10 - Parks — 10/10 - Kid Friendly — 10/10 - Meditation Spot — 10/10 - Scenic Views — 10/10 - Picnic — 8.3/10 - Beach — 8.2/10 - Bathroom — 7/10 - Parking Available — 6.1/10 - BBQ — 6/10 ## What people say - "I found the beach here to be charmingly small and secluded." - "It's a great spot for a picnic with plenty of space for kids." - "I enjoyed the great ocean views and rocky cliffs." ## Good to know - Parking at Half Moon Beach costs $32 and only accepts credit cards. - Arriving early in the summer is recommended because parking fills up fast. - There are bathrooms nearby at Half Moon Beach. - A lifeguard is on duty during the summer. - The beach is ideal for families with young kids. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v2/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.