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At the turn of the 19th century, Dana Point was the only major harbor between San Diego and Santa Barbara. Now the harbor sports a modern marina which is a popular spot for departure of boats offering whale watching cruises from November through March. The harbor also offers restaurant dining with a harbor view and gift shops for taking home gift souvenirs from your vacation. Guest slips, launch ramps, boat rentals, yacht instruction, fishing, windsurfing, jet skiing and diving charters are available there. Founder Richard Henry Dana: "The only romantic cove in California." Date: 1818 Panoramic views abound in the natural cove that author and seaman Richard Henry Dana called, "The only romantic spot on the coast." Dana landed here during the hide trading days of the 1830's and described the charm of the steep cliff cove in his renowned book, TWO YEARS BEFORE THE MAST. In the days of the square rigged sailing ships, the rugged cove was known as BAHIA CAPISTRANO and was the major port between San Diego and Santa Barbara. It seemed only natural that this scenic cove was destined to become one of the most beautiful recreational harbors on the west coast. Dana Point Harbor and marina were built and officially dedicated in 1971. Divided into two basins, the East Basin and West Basin each operates as a separate marina, holding a total of 2,500 slips. Also, included in the harbor are fifty quest slips for visiting guests. There is a ten lane launch ramp, dry boat storage hoist, fishing pier, shipyard, marine fuel dock, three yacht clubs and a commercial sports fishing operation which also offers whale watching trips during the migration season. Numerous restaurants and stores offer good food in a beautiful setting in either Mariner's Village or the Dana Wharf areas. The Orange County Marine Institute, located at the far west end of Dana Point Harbor, is a unique educational experience for both children and adults. The facility provides classroom instruction, wet laboratory equipment, display tanks, and exhibits to study marine life. A 70 foot research vessel "Sea Explorer" provides daily cruises to study and observe marine life offshore. Just beyond the base of the breakwater lies the Marine Life Refuge, a protected area for observing marine life in the tidepools at the base of the majestic bluffs overlooking the ocean. Sourced with thanks from Beach California.com/Dana
Businesses, Services and Attractions in Dana Point
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Harbor Grill Restaurant
Located in Dana Point, Orange County, California, United States
Located in beautiful Dana Point Marina midway between Los Angeles and San Diego, The Harbor Grill Restaurant has enjoyed a reputation for the freshness and variety of its seafood and the warmth of its atmosphere. Serving lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch, ...
read more»Blue Lantern Inn
Located in Dana Point, Orange County, California, United States
Enjoy fabulous views of the Pacific from just about every window of this four diamond inn — dramatically located on a bluff above the Dana Point Yacht Harbor. Savor a delicious Four Sisters breakfast in the morning and wine and hors d'oeuvres in the aft...
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Proud Mary's
Located in Dana Point, Orange County, California, United States
Proud Mary's is truly a family restaurant. Opened in May of 1977 by Mary Merrill and her five children, Proud Mary's has always offered a unique combination of fast, friendly service and good, quality home-cooked food. The restaurant and the menu have gro...
read more»Girl in the Curl (2009-06-04)
Located in Dana Point, Orange County, California, United States
The Girl in the Curl located in Dana Point, caters for woman surfers offering clothing, surf gear, jewelery, accessories, surf boards as well as surf lessons and camps for girls and woman.
read more»The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Laguna Niguel (2009-06-03)
Located in Dana Point, Orange County, California, United States
The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Laguna Niguel, Dana Point offer an escape to a gentler pace where the constant presence of the ocean inspires renewal. All 12 treatment rooms within this California spa resort are bathed in soft hues of aqua and beige and tranquil water features add to the overall sensory experience. Circular-shaped manicure and pedicure salon and a wellness centre.
read more»Dana Point Marina Inn (2009-06-03)
Located in Dana Point, Orange County, California, United States
The Marina Inn, located in Dana Point features a Fitness Center and outdoor heated pool for your enjoyment. Vacationers and business travelers alike will appreciate the many amenities of our luxurious suites and picture postcard harbor view rooms. Our standard rooms are also spacious and comfortable. Activities include hiking, bicycling, swimming, boating, and seaside golfing.
For ocean adventurers, Dana Point Harbor offers surfing, deep sea fishing, harbor cruises, and whale watching excursio
read more»Vivo Bar (2009-06-03)
Located in Dana Point, Orange County, California, United States
Vivo Bar, Dana Point, located at the Doubletree Guest Suites Doheny Beach hotel, this fourth floor outdoor patio lounge, offers spectacular Ocean and Sunset views.
read more»Aventura Sailing Association
Located in Dana Point, Orange County, California, United States
Aventura is a yacht club in the truest sense of the word: a great group of people who like boating and the fun they can have around the water. If you're looking for a wide mix of couples, singles, kids, men, and women who enjoy each other's company and "s...
read more»Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites (2009-06-03)
Located in Dana Point, Orange County, California, United States
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Dana Point Harbor, located in Dana Point features 34 comfortable two-room suites with partial ocean views from their balcony and 8 spacious king suites with Jacuzzi tubs for two.
read more»Dana Island Yachts
Located in Dana Point, Orange County, California, United States
Owned and operated by Captain Ed Fitzgerald, for over 20 years we have provided southern California the opportunity to experience the amazing boating lifestyle, through both chartering a yacht as well as purchasing one to own. In addition to our primary l...
read more»Best Western Dana Point Inn-by-the-Sea (2009-06-04)
Located in Dana Point, Orange County, California, United States
Best Western Dana Point Inn-By-The-Sea located in Dana Point and situated along the white sands of Doheney Beach, enjoy breathtaking Pacific Ocean views from private balconies or relax in the oceanfront hot tub atop the second story deck.
read more»Killer Dana – Dana Point (2009-06-04)
Located in Dana Point, Orange County, California, United States
Killer Dana, located in Dana Point together with two additional full-service stores located in San Clemente and Lake Forest, caters to professional surfers as well as beginners. A Full range of clothes for men, woman and kids as well as surf boards, board shorts and gear in brand names.
read more»Eno Restuarant (2009-06-04)
Located in Dana Point, Orange County, California, United States
ENO Restaurant, located at the The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel in Dana Point, is an upscale wine tasting room that offers flights of wines, as well as wines by the glass. ENO features more than 300 wines, fine international cheeses and gourmet chocolates from around the globe. ENO's Sommelier specializes in introducing guests to new and interesting wines and educating them on every aspect of wines, wineries and varietals.
read more»St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort (2009-06-03)
Located in Dana Point, Orange County, California, United States
St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort, located in Dana Point offer numerous facilities and services including 6 restaurants, a spa, tennis courts, golf links. The resort is pet friendly and offer a kids club. Sumptuous suites and guestrooms alike offer dramatic, contemporary décor with custom-designed furnishings, wood shutters, marble baths, private balconies with brilliant views, richly textured fabrics, goose down comforters, silky 300-thread count sheets, and alluring extra touches.
read more»Embarcadero Marina
Located in Dana Point, Orange County, California, United States
Welcome to Embarcadero Marina. Here you will find detailed information about the Marina's services.
While at Dana Harbor, sample one of the many restaurants or snack shops available. Below is a complete list of the dining establishments located within Da...
read more»Dana Point Recreational Parks (2009-06-04)
Located in Dana Point, Orange County, California, United States
Dana Point Recreational Parks, located in Dana Point offer 23 parks namely:
THUNDERBIRD- , SUNSET - SHIPWRECK -, SEA VIEW -, SEA TERRACE -, SEA CANYON -, PINES -, LOUISE LEYDEN -, LA PLAZA -, LANTERN VILLAGE COMMUNITY -, LANTERN BAY -, HERITAGE -, DEL OBISPO -, DANA WOODS -, DANA CREST -, CRYSTAL COVE and the
CREEKSIDE PARKS and recreational facilities: BLUFF TOP TRAIL, CHLOE LUKE OVERLOOK, HARRY OTSUBO COMMUNITY GARDENS, SYCAMORE CREEK TRAIL, SAMPSON OVERVIEW GAZEBO and the PALISADES GAZE
read more»Monarch Beach Golf Links (2009-06-03)
Located in Dana Point, Orange County, California, United States
Monarch Beach Golf Links located in Dana Point, offers a golf experience that is hard to match! The blend of stunning natural beauty and variety of challenges presented at Monarch Beach Golf Links offers dramatic bluffs and intriguing layout and is one of a few oceanfront golf courses in California.
read more»Tresca Restaurant (2009-06-03)
Located in Dana Point, Orange County, California, United States
Tresca Restaurant located in Dana Point at the Doubletree Guest Suites Doheny Beach hotel.
For Laguna Beach hotel dining, the newly-renovated Tresca offers an enticing selection of superb entrees from our chic, vintage surf-style exhibition kitchen. Try our award-winning clam chowder, and a variety of beach fusion specialties. Tresca is open for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
read more»Cannons Seafood Grill (2009-06-04)
Located in Dana Point, Orange County, California, United States
Cannons Seafood Grill located in Dana Point, offer dining on the terrace or in the lounge. For a more formal atmosphere the main dining room is used or for celebrating a special function the banquet room can be reserved. Seafood and meat dishes on offer with wonderful service and incredible views of the Pacific Ocean.
read more»Wind and Sea Restaurants Inc.
Located in Dana Point, Orange County, California, United States
We of the Wind & Sea Restaurants are committed to excellence. We are relentlessly concerned with quality. We devote each and every day to the purpose of providing the best and freshest foods available. Then we take pride in offering superb service by a...
read more»Dana Point Jet Ski
Located in Dana Point, Orange County, California, United States
Dana Point Jet Ski offers the largest rental fleet on the West Coast for three person watercraft. As the longest operating Kawasaki watercraft dealership in Orange County, you can be assured that all our units are professionally maintained to ensure relia...
read more»Vista del Mar Guest Condo (2009-06-04)
Located in Dana Point, Orange County, California, United States
Vista del Mar Guest Condo, a private luxurious 2 bedroom, 2 bath Ocean View condo nestled atop the hills of Dana Point within the exclusive Ocean Ranch enclave. Gourmet kitchen, Jacuzzi, plasma TV, wrapped fireplace and pool and club house exercise room contribute to a luxurious stay at the condo.
read more»- Ocean Institute
- Stonehill Tavern Restaurant
- Olamendi's Mexican Restaurant
- Spa Gaucin
- Blue Lantern Inn, a Four Sisters Inn
- Dana Point Harbor Inn
- Captain Daves Dolphin Safari
- JollyRoger Dana Point
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