Celebrate the Fourth of July in Dana Point with a full day of beach fun, harbor adventures, and one of the best fireworks shows in Southern California. Plan ahead with convenient parking, the Dana Point Trolley, and ride-share options so you can spend more time enjoying the celebration. At 9 p.m., a…
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Surfing may have originated in Hawaii, but the surf industry was born right here in Dana Point. Surf culture has long been the backbone of this coastal town, shaping its identity and laid-back beach lifestyle for generations. Long before Dana Point Harbor was built, Dana Cove was home to one of…
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Family Entourage, which features unique family adventures, recently explored the family-friendly side of Dana Point. A weekend getaway with the kiddos at Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa offered the entire family a relaxing weekend. “Right from check in, our kids got to pick out gifts and once we…
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We’re so lucky to have our very own amazing local coffee shops right here in Dana Point and hope you’ll love them as much as we do! Let us know if you try any of the shops mentioned above and be sure to share your experiences by tagging us @visitdanapoint on Instagram and Facebook and using our…
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Dana Point is a small coastal city in south Orange County, California, roughly halfway between Los Angeles and San Diego. It is best known for year-round dolphin and whale watching, a working harbor, surf history at Doheny and the old Killer Dana break, clifftop resorts, and a slower, low-key pace…
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Forced fun while working 9-5 isn’t so bad in Dana Point... Here on business but you don’t know what to do?!! First things first, you are out of the office and are visiting Dana Point, so let’s show you where to have some fun, relax, and entertain. Work it out Whether you are here on business for the…
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Dana Point's Local Business Spotlight While Dana Point is surrounded by breathtaking ocean views and picturesque landscapes, it’s our tight-knit community that truly makes Dana Point so special. Whether you’re visiting for the day or booking a stay with us, our community welcomes and embraces…
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The Catalina Express ferry leaves from Dana Wharf in Dana Point Harbor and reaches Avalon in about 90 minutes. Arrive 60 minutes before departure, park in the harbor structure ($24 per day as of October 2026), and plan on roughly five to six hours on the island: enough for a walk through Avalon…
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Dana Point Harbor This Fall: What's Open, What's Changing Dana Point Harbor is getting rebuilt, but the ocean didn't change. The boats still head out every morning, the whales are still offshore, and Baby Beach is still the calmest swim in town. Here is what's open this fall and how to get around…
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Dana Point's Local Business Spotlight While Dana Point is surrounded by breathtaking ocean views and picturesque landscapes, it’s our tight-knit community that truly makes Dana Point so special. Whether you’re visiting for the day or booking a stay with us, our community welcomes and embraces…
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