Adventures!Adventures!Adventures!WeekendWeekendCome discover the wonders of the ocean

24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629 949-496-2274

Additional information and

reservations available online at:

www.ocean-institute.org

Ocean animal touch tanks Jellyfish and octopus feedings Marine Wildlife Cruises Tallship tours on Sundays

aboard the Pilgrim"Pyrate" Adventure Sails Rotating exhibits on recent

ocean discoveries

Open to the public on weekends: 10:00am - 3:00pm

City Keeper Map

DANA POINTIllustrated Visitor Map

Events, Shopping & Dining

W ith its breathtaking coastal cliffs, beautiful ocean views and bountiful choices of things to do its no wonder Dana Point’s

motto is “Harboring the Good Life”! Our beach side community is best known for friendly businesses, famous beaches, fantastic restaurants, fun shopping and a multitude of outdoor actives to choose from and one of the largest

harbors in Southern California!

The Dana Point Harbor is a must see with over 30 retail shops and restaurants, kayak and jet ski rentals,

and coastal cruises, boat rentals and private sailing trips, dolphins and whale watching, snorkeling, scuba

including the renown Ocean Institute open to the public on weekends, for schedules please visit www.ocean-institute.org. For additional information and resources at Dana Point Harbor please visit www.danapointharbor.com

Historically Dana Point, the city perched on the high bluffs overlooking the harbor and the coastline—the spot that R. H. Dana called “the most romantic spot on the coast” in hisbook Two Years Before the Mast. Dana Point is named afterthis famous author who told the story of the hide shipmentsfrom the California of the early 1800’s to the east coastfor the leather goods trade. Those were the days of vastranchos around the missions that provided the ship loadsof hides. This trade was dependent upon the local NativeAmericans who worked at the missions and ranchos. Thisculture is the heritage of our area.

Early efforts at developing Dana Point as a city began in the 1920’s, that booming era of the beginning car culture, the glamorous talkies, new found wealth, and general optimism for our future. The most successful efforts were made in Dana Point by a Los Angeles syndicate headed by S. H. Woodruff, developer of Hollywoodland in Los Angeles and, in Capistrano Beach, a development started by Ned

Doheny, son of the oil baron, Edward Doheny. Both groups built houses and commercial buildings but the developer’s dreams were soon shattered by the Great Depression of the 1930’s

All progress in Dana Point stopped until the 1960s when new housing was beginning to be built in various areas of the city and surrounding communities. A movement soon began within those communities to create a city that could govern itself. Eventually, the three communities of Capistrano Beach, Monarch Beach

(formerly a part of Laguna Niguel) and Dana Point came together to create an entity large enough to become a city

resort” atmosphere” that is enjoyed by the community as well as millions of visitors yearly.Dana Point Historical Society

Welcome to Dana Point and thank you for visiting our Seaside community… we hope you return again soon!

For additional information on the City of Dana Point please visit our website at, www.danapoint.org

Dana PointThe Most Romantic Spot on the Coast

Dana Point Events

INFO LINE (949) 923-2255 . www.danapointharbor.com

Dana Point Grand Prix of Cyclingwww.danapointgrandprix.com

Overlooking Dana Point Harbor, the L-shaped criterium course winds its way through downtown Dana Point into Heritage Park.

FREE SUMMER CONCERTS IN THE PARK www.danapoint.org ~ 949.248-3530

Concert times are 4:30 to 6:30 unless otherwise noted

Heritage Park 34400 Old Golden Lantern

Ron Kobayashi Trio (1:00pm-6:00pm)

August 1 - Turn the Page - A Tribute to Bob SegerAugust 8 - The Wilsons - Classic Rock - (3:00pm-4:00pm) Savor - Santana Music (4:30pm-6:00pm)August 15 - Springsteen - The Premier Tribute to the BossLantern Bay Park, 25111 Park Lantern Road

American Folk (3:00pm-4:00pm) Men of Worth - Irish Folk (4:30pm-6:00pm)August 29 - The Platters Live - 1950’s

Holiday in The Harbor December 3Harbor Merchants open their doorsfor special holiday festivities!

Boat Parade of Lights December 10, 11 & 17, 18www.danapointharbor.com

Doheny Blues Festivalwww.omegaevents.com

Doheny State Beach comes alive with three stages of Music. 20 bands over the two-day festival.

Dana Point Historical Society Oct 3, 2010Home Tour www.danapointhistorical.org

Annual event to view some ofDana Point’s unique homes

coming in 2011

HARBORWALKING TOUR

Sept. 10-12, 2010

www.tallshipsfestival.com

The largest annual gathering of tall ships on the West Coast. Cannon battles, ship tours, interactive living-history encampments, including blacksmiths, scrimshaw artists, knot tiers, and the infamous Port Royal Privateers.

ToshibaTall Ships Festival

2010 Richard Henry Dana Charity Regatta®http://www.dpyc.org

September 9th - 12th

Dana Point Turkey Trotwww.turkeytrot.com

Dana Point HarborThanksgiving Day Run with more than 10,000 participants!

One of America’s Most Scenic Coastal Runs, hosted by the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce. Nov. 25, 2010

The City Keeper Map of Dana Point is a one-of-a kind, hand illustrated replica of the community and highlights many of its historical sites, retail shops, restaurants, events and fun things to do during your visit here. For more info and to download other City Keeper Maps visit www.CityKeeperMedia.com or email info@citykeepermedia.com.Mary Ann Burns, Publisher & Cliff Wassmann, Illustrator.

©2010 CityKeeper Maps 949.855.1059

ACTIVITIESDICK SIMON YACHTSCharters & Yacht Sales

949-493-2011

EMBARCADERO MARINA Launch ramp & Boat Rentals

949-496-6177

CAPO BEACH WATERCRAFTPersonal Watercraft Rentals & Kayaks

949-661-1690

DANA POINT JET SKI Personal Watercraft Rentals & Kayaks

949-661-4947

CATALINA ISLAND FERRY SERVICEPassenger Service to Catalina Island

310-519-1212

CURLEW SCHOONERCharters & Open Sail, Burials

949-922-2759

DANA WHARF SPORTFISHING & WHALE WATCHING Charters, Cruises, Sports Fishing & Whale Watching

949-496-5794

SPIRIT SAILBOATCharters, Cruises, Burials

949-378-2033

AVENTURA SAILING ASSOCIATIONCharters, Lessons & Social Assoc.

949-493-9493

OC SAILING & EVENTS CENTERKayak/Paddle Board Launch Ramp & Lessons

949-923-2215

CAPTN DAVE’S DOLPHIN & WHALE SAFARIDolphin & Whale Watching & Cruises

949-488-2828

THE OCEAN INSTITUTEOcean Education Center-Open Weekends

949-496-2274

DININGHARBOR DELI New York style Deli & BBQ

949-496-0424

SLICE OF NEW YORKPizza, Ice Cream & Desserts

949-496-1447

JOLLY ROGERBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner, Patio

949-496-0855

PROUD MARY’S Dining, Cocktail Lounge & Patio

949-493-5853

TURKSRestaurant & Bar

949-496-9028

WIND & SEA Steak & Seafood, Patio

949-496-6500

THE BRIG Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, Patio

949-496-9046

GEMMELL’S RESTAURANTFrench Inspired Cuisine

949-234-0063

BEACH CITIES PIZZA Gourmet Pizza, Sandwiches & Salads

949-496-0606

HARBOR GRILL RESTAURANTMesquite Grill Seafood & Steak, Bar, Patio

949-240-1416

EL TORITO RESTAURANTMexican Cuisine & Bar

949-496-6311

HARPOON HENRY’S SEAFOOD RESTAURANTSeafood & Steak, Bar, Patio

949-493-2933

COFFEE IMPORTERS & DELI Coffees, Bagels, Sandwiches, Salads

949-493-7773

SCOOP DECK & ESPRESSO BARIce Cream, Desserts & Specialty Coffees

949-493-7773

AVENTURA ISLAND GRILLCasual Dining & Bar

949-493-9493

BOATING SERVICESANCHOR MARINEMarine Hardware Sale

949-661-1313

DANA POINT SHIPYARD 949-661-1313

DANA POINT FUEL DOCKFuel, Bait & Snacks

949-496-6113

CALIFORNIA BAIT & SUPPLYBait Barge

949-289-2720

SUN COUNTRY BOATSBoat Sales

949-493-1740

DANA POINT MARINA COBoat Slips & Guest Slips

949-496-6137

OC DANA POINT HARBOR DEPT. 949-923-2286

DANA WEST MARINA CO.West end Boat Slip Rentals

949-493-6222

DREAM CATCHER YACHTS Yacht Sales

949-248-7100

DANA POINT YACHT CLUBMembership Yacht Club, Banquet Facility

949-496-2900

DANA WEST YACHT CLUBMembership Yacht Club

949-661-1185

MARINER’S YACHT & SHIP BROKERYacht & Boat Sales

949-429-2628

LEMEST YACHT SALESYacht Sales

949-496-4933

HARBOR PATROL OFFICEAnchorage & Boat Info.

949-248-2222

SHOPPINGDANA WHARF

Da VINE FOOD & WINEGourmet Food & Boutique Wines

949-493-4044

GOLDEN GALLEONWomen’s clothing & accessories

949-493-8521

MOMILANI’S ISLAND TRADITIONSAloha inspired clothing/gifts

949-661-2500

TOP BRASSMen’s Resort Wear

949-496-4140

DANA WHARF SPORTFISHINGClothing & Accessories

949-496-5794

MARINER’S ALLEY

CHEZ NEVINEFootwear for healthy feet & clothing

949-487-7000

COUNTRY FOXT-shirts, sweatshirts & unique gifts

949-493-4847

MILLEFLEURSSpecializing in bath, body & spirit

949-248-7668

RAJ PERFUMERIEDesigner perfumes, sunglasses, gifts

949-489-2962

SEA STYLESClothing & accessories

949-661-9262

WHITE PELICANNative American jewelry, art & moccasins

949-240-1991

WOODY HUTOcean & surf inspired gifts & clothing

949-443-1072

MARINER’S VILLAGE

ART SEA GALLERYArt, sculptures, jewelry & decor

949-240-2321

BELLA SEASeashells, sealife & nautical gifts & decor

949-487-0013

CHOCOLATE SOLDIERFine chocolates & unique gifts

949-493-4135

DOWNSTAIRS STOREGifts, home decor & fashion accessories

949-496-1424

GIFT CHATEAUGifts, home decor, women’s accessories

949-493-9811

HARBOR JEWELERFine & Custom Made Jewelry & Repairs

949-493-8822

SUPER STOP LIQUOR Beverages & Snacks

949-488-7642

UPSTAIRS STOREGifts, home decor, clothing

949-661-3787

WEST MARINEDecor & clothing

949-240-8200

WHIMSEY HOLLOWCollectibles, gifts, decor

949-496-2431

ACCOMMODATIONSDANA POINT MARINA INNOnly Hotel in Dana Point Harbor

800-255-6843

Visit: www.danapoint.org for Events and City Calendar

Festival of Whales www.dpfestivalofwhales.com

Festival highlights include an opening day parade, street faire and farmers market, art exhibits, classic car exhibits, concerts, kids activities and of course, whale watching excursions

March, 2011

May, 2011

Dana Wharf is the

well as Whale Watching and Coastal Cruises from Ocean Adventures.

- Over 30 retail shopsand restaurants at Dana Wharf,Mariners Village and Mariners Alley. Gifts, Fine Dining and Fashions are available year round.

Heritage Park - Enter up the stairs from Dana Point Harbor Dr. across from the Mariners Village parking lot. City of Dana Point’s Free Summer Concert Series location

Bluff Top Trail - Corner of Violet Lantern and El Camino Capistrano. This beautiful walk along the soaring cliffs above the harbor takes you through the historic arches are all that remain of the foundations of a grand hotel that 1920’s developer Woodruff planned for his Mediterranean village but never completed due to the great depression.

Hide Drougher Statue - Depicts how hides purchased from the Mission San

bluffs to waiting ships like the Pilgrim. The were then transported to Boston and elsewhere in ships like the Pilgrim to be processed for shoes and other leather goods.

- Built in 1924 byan early developer to provide potential lot buyers a view of the coastline. A walkway descended from this point to the beach where a picnic pavilion was built to entertain those buyers.

- Stunning coastal trails.New Interpretive Center with displays about the Natural History of this protected landform. Trails connect with Strands Vista Park Beach access where you can ride a funicular down to the beach!

- Replica of the Pilgrim, theship that Richard Henry Dana crewed on from Boston as part of the hide trade in the 1830s. This ship and the Spirit of Dana Point are used by the Ocean institute as educational tools for students and adults.

- Educational facilitythat serves over 100,000 students annually through their many programs on marine science, environmental issues and maritime history. Open to the public on weekends. Dana Point Marine Refuge - Explore the tide pools and hike along the base of the headlands formed by underwater landslides millions of years ago. Numerous caves and unique views await.

Pier and Baby Beach - A still water beach is maintained in the harbor for children. A colorful tile wall with individually painted tiles was created by and continues to be added to by the Dana Point Historical Society. And, just beyond is the Orange County

that offers sailing lessons, kayaking, outrigger canoe activities and room rentals for meetings and special events

- Cross the bridge tothe statue of Richard Henry Dana. Relax and watch boats enter and leave the harbor. The Harbor was built in the late 1960s by constructing the breakwaters to enclose the harbor. The

completed, the bridge built and boat basins constructed. It now contains 2000 boat slips.

May, 2011

DANA POINTHISTORICAL SOCIETYDANA POINT

BEACHES

Salt Creek State Beach

Killer Dana Beach Baby Beach

Doheny State Beach

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