Location: Dana Point
Top Things to do in Dana Point
10 Nature & Parks in Dana Point That You Shouldn't Miss
Dana Point is a city located in southern Orange County, California. The population was 33,351 at the 2010 census. It has one of the few harbors along the Orange County coast, and with ready access via State Route 1, it is a popular local destination for surfing.
Restaurants in Dana Point
1. Dana Strands Beach
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 64 reviews
Reviewed By Z4886QWannev - Monterey, United States
If you are looking for a beautiful beach for a walk, surfing, tide pools and to watch surfer Strands beach is the to go to. I moved away from Orange County four years ago and when I visit this is the first beach I want to visit.
2. Heritage Park Dana Point
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By on_the_go_98765
If driving, this gem may be missed. But the smart money is on the bikers/walkers who explore these off-the-road treasures. The park welcomes visitors with expansive green slopes, water views, and those marvelous walking paths ... where to start (and where to stop)? The walking paths skirt the remnants of a 1930 hotel dream cut short in the 30's bust (see the Roman arches!), parts of an historical 1920 walking path, a truly incredible huge bronze sculpture (The Hide Drogher) and views that will live with us forever. Please do yourself a favor and search for this special place. It is a true diamond.
3. Del Obispo Community Park
4. Eco-Adventure Center at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel presents eco-adventures, fun things to do that inspire you with Orange County's unique ecosystems and connect your spirit to their larger global systems. Led by expert naturalists, the Eco-Adventure Center is dedicated to showcasing Dana Point's natural wonders from whale watching to youth adventures and beyond. Throughout these unique excursions, the local surroundings become a natural classroom and living laboratory. Adults, families and kids learn through experience, which instills them with deep appreciation and a respect for nature and the environment.
5. Pines Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By laurarL9844KX - San Clemente, United States
This picturesque park has something for everyone ...Amazing views to the Pacific , pine tree that mimic art , play ground for the little ones , foot paths winding around , benches if you just want to chill out and take in the beautiful So Cal day .
6. Salt Creek Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 344 reviews
Reviewed By LnS2004 - Cypress, United States
An impromptu visit to this beautiful beach park was the perfect excuse to get out of the house on a lazy Sunday afternoon. We easily parked in the empty big lot; paid at a nearby automated station ($1 /hour; cash/credit card accepted); and found the path to the beach (located adjacent to the tidy restroom hut). Our leisurely stroll led us past a clean, open grass area with picnic tables and gorgeous homes with panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean, to the quiet, practically deserted beach. A lone sailboat in the distant glistening blue water provided a picture-perfect backdrop to this soul-soothing serene environment. So glad we came!
7. Bluff Top Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 51 reviews
Reviewed By karenhB3777MW
We were so excited to walk the Bluff Top Trail and we were not disappointed. It is so beautiful and a photographers dream as you can see all of the harbor and beyond. There are some steps but it is an easy walk. I would recommend it if you are in Dana Point.
8. Baby Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 152 reviews
Reviewed By 925caseyc
There are no waves at this beach but sometimes it can be a bit polluted. I recommend going to the beach at the end of the road by the ocean institute. Down the stairs....
