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Dana Point named for Richard Henry Dana Jr. (1815-1882), lawyer, seaman
author of the ocean voyage journal 'Two Years Before the Mast'
Formerly known as Capistrano Bay. A region blessed by
6.5 miles of coastal bluffs, rolling hills, a
splendid harbor, which moors 2,500
yachts & seagoing vessels.
It is the gateway
to Doheny State Park, a 62
acre ocean and beach park with camping
swimming, surfing, bicycling and tide pool exploration.
Lodging accommodations range from five star hotels to privately owned
condos. The location is between LA and San Diego (bordered by Laguna Beach,
San Juan Capistrano, San Clemente. The focal point of this small town is it's harbor & beach.
Saltpoint Creek Beach is their world class beach. Surf
suitable for body surfing and board surfing
It is a perfect beach for sun bathing
and sunsets strolls.
recommended lodging
IVORY COAST CONDO
Blue water Pacific Ocean view, 3 bdrm, 2 baths
full kitchen, diningroom, pool & sauna
on grounds. Across street and
down some stairs to the
beautiful Saltcreek
Beach
Saltcreek Beach is a five star beach. The quintessential
California beach! Warm, soft sandy beach with the
most incredible sunsets! You won't be
disappointed with this choice.
Dana Point, elevation 300 feet above sea level.
An incorporated area 6.5 square miles
population 35,000
Average Rainfall 12.4 Inches.
Humidity 70 Percent
(Summer) high 76 Degrees
(Summer) low 60 Degrees
(Winter) high 64 Degrees
(Winter) low 44 Degrees
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