Doheny State Beach, Dana Point

Name: Doheny State Beach
Address: Dana Point, United States

#7 among attractions in Dana Point

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Doheny State Beach is a protected beach in the state park system of California, United States, located on the Pacific Ocean in the city of Dana Point. The beach is a popular surf spot located at the mouth of San Juan Creek, which flows from the Santa Ana Mountains southwest to the beach, where it forms a fresh-water lagoon. It is also one of the most polluted beaches in Southern California. ()

Established: 1931 (94 years ago)Visitors per year: 850 thous.Coordinates: 33°27'37"N, 117°40'52"W

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Dana Point United States

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Doheny State Beach – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mission San Juan Capistrano, Ocean Institute, Casa Romantica, Mission Basilica San Juan Capistrano.

3.1 miN
Reportedly haunted, Museum, History museum
Mission San Juan Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano
81 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the charming city of San Juan Capistrano, California, lies the historic Mission San Juan Capistrano. This venerable site, now a museum, stands as a testament to California's rich Spanish heritage and offers a captivating glimpse into the past...
1.5 miW
Dolphin and whale watching, Science museum, Museum
Ocean Institute, Dana Point
39 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque city of Dana Point, California, the Ocean Institute stands as a beacon of marine education. This renowned educational center opens a window to the wonders of the ocean, offering visitors of all ages an immersive experience into the world...
4.4 miSE
Garden, Historical place, Museum
Casa Romantica, San Clemente
113 min walk • Casa Romantica, renamed Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens, is a nonprofit organization located in San Clemente, California that provides cultural programs for people of all ages.
3.2 miN
Sacred and religious sites, Church
Mission Basilica San Juan Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano
82 min walk • Mission Basilica San Juan Capistrano is a Catholic parish in the Diocese of Orange in California. The parish church is located just northwest of Mission San Juan Capistrano in the city of San Juan Capistrano, California, United States.
0.6 miW
33°27'36"N • 117°41'31"W
Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching, Dana Point
17 min walk • Dolphin and whale watching, Fishing charters and tours, Tours
1.3 miW
33°27'45"N • 117°42'11"W
Captain Dave's Dolphin and Whale Safari, Dana Point
33 min walk • Dolphin and whale watching, Outdoor activities, Tours
4.7 miSE
Mission, Hispanic colonial architecture
Spanish missions in California, San Clemente
119 min walk • The Spanish missions in California comprise a series of 21 religious outposts or missions established between 1769 and 1833 in what is now the U.S. state of California.
4.8 miSE
Surfing, Surf spot, View point
T Street Beach, San Clemente
123 min walk • T-Street is a beach in San Clemente, California a short distance south of the town pier. It is a favored location of the local waterpeople for surfing and bodyboarding.
2.7 miNW
33°29'6"N • 117°43'1"W
Monarch Beach Golf Links, Dana Point
69 min walk • Outdoor activities, Golf
2.5 miNW
Beach, Park, Outdoor activities
Salt Creek Beach Park, Dana Point
65 min walk • Salt Creek Beach Park is a beach park located in Dana Point, California, in the county of Orange. A popular destination for South Orange County residents, it features amenities such as a halfcourt basketball court, beach volleyball, and a seven-acre grassy Bluff Park, and offers opportunities for surfing, swimming, and fishing.
3.4 miSE
33°25'54"N • 117°37'55"W
Ole Hanson Beach Club, San Clemente
88 min walk • Park