Ocean Institute

If you happen to be in Dana Point for the Christmas holidays, don't miss out on this unique parade in which boaters decorate their boats for the holidays. The parade beckons boaters from all over Orange County, who decorate their vessels and aspire for awards like Judges Choice, Best Theme, Best Use of Lights, …

This petting zoo is great fun for the little ones. Enclosures filled with bunnies and guinea pigs, feeding goats or riding horses and ponies: endless fun is …

Dana Wharf was the first whale watching company in Orange County and has been offering tours since the Harbor opened in 1971. The fleet includes a 63 -foot calm ocean Catamaran, and the 95-foot Dana Pride. Cruises are narrated by expert captains with sightings …

Tours leave from Dana Point Harbor every day and last two and a half hours. Captain Dave, a marine naturalist, lead the tours himself. His expertise combined with boats equipped with underwater viewing pods make this a one-of-a-kind …

Thousands of students come to the Ocean Institute, which has garnered awards for its hands-on programs. They educate students on everything about the Ocean and California …

Come enjoy a sailing charters or an open party sail aboard the Curlew, a classic 82′ schooner. It will be an experience of a lifetime for boat enthusiasts and novices …

The City of Dana Point Nature Interpretive Center is an educational facility that teaches visitors about the natural history of the Headlands. Stunning visual aids and artifacts provides resources on exploring the nature trails in the …

The mission, one of many built throughout the state of California, was constructed over 200 years ago by Spanish Padres and Native Americans. It is considered not only as the birthplace of Orange County, but also monument to its diverse cultural heritage. It is also known as the "Jewel of the …

Capistrano Beach marks the southernmost end of the Pacific Coast Highway, or, officially, California State Route 1. This 655-mile-long highway provides a scenic drive along the Pacific …

Enjoy a day on the water! Dana Point Harbor is a popular destination for those who enjoy kayaking, jet skiing, outrigger canoes, and the new Stand Up …

Jet skis and kayaks are available for rental here year-round at Capo Beach Watercraft Rentals. They allow for rental of 1-3 Passenger Jet Skiis, SeaDoos, and kayaks to start your Capo Beach vacation the right …

Capistrano Beach is a perfect location for cycling with a view of the sea. There are numerous bike rentals. Synaptic Cycles provides road bike rentals, which they deliver to you. They also offer rentals for team-building and corporate …

There are three locations for world-class golfing in Dana Point: San Juan Hills Golf Club 32120 San Juan Creek Road San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 +1 949 493 1167 www.sanjuanhillsgolf.com Monarch Beach Golf Links 50 Monarch Beach Resort N Dana Point, CA 92629 +1 949 240 8247 www.monarchbeachgolf.com Talega Golf Club 990 Avenida Talega San Clemente, CA 92673 +1 949 369 …

There are a number of parks in Dana Point, each offering its own unique set of …

There are a variety of fishing options in Dana Point. Keep your feet planted on land and cast off from the pier or shoreline. Stay close to shore by fishing from a kayak, a popular option, or get out on open waters with a public or private chartered fishing excursion. Dana Wharf Sportfishing and Whale …