A small, quaint park tucked away behind Main Street, near the historic bridge. This park is named in honor of the founding father and first mayor of the City of Half Moon Bay, John L. Carter. A gentle concrete ramp will take you down along the park’s circular perimeter to the interior of the park, where three stone benches form a large open circle. Redwood trees flank the park on one side, and a dirt path takes you through a small grassy space. Traffic noise is reduced to a low level due to landscaping. More noticeable is the pleasant chirping of birds from the trees above. The park is a little dilapidated with a single water fountain that doesn’t work, and a statue of a man holding a pumpkin that is chipped and cracked. The landscaping, however, appears to be well-maintained. The park sign is along Main Street, but the interior is not visible from the road. Consequently, this park doesn’t seem to get much foot traffic and is a place of tranquility, where a traveler can rest and momentarily forget about the cares of life.
