Destination DANA POINT
Dana Point is breathtaking. At fi rst glance, it’s a postcard with sweeping ocean views of indigo waters breaking off sheer cliff s. Dig a little deeper and a vibrant community full of historic charm emerges. The coastal haven was made infamous in the
1800s when its namesake, a young seaman Richard Henry Dana, Jr., recalled the area’s natural harbor and sharp bluffs as “the only romantic spot in California.” “There was a grandeur in everything that gave
almost a solemnity to the scene,” Dana penned. “Not a human being but ourselves for miles; and no sound JGCTF DWV VJG RWNUCVKQPU QH VJG ITGCV 2CEKƒ EЯ CPF VJG great steep hill rising like a wall, and cutting us off HTQO CNN VJG YQTNF DWV VJG ťYQTNF QH YCVGTUЯŦŪ A scene from Dana’s adventure tale “Two Years
Dana Point Lantern District
Before the Mast” tells of men tossing precious cattle skins over the steep-faced cliffs to waiting sailors. Today, a walk along Dana Point’s cliff-top trail reveals a statue of a young sailor—the Hide Drogher—forever heaving hides into the harbor below. The harbor, too, preserves the city’s colorful past. Docked at the harbor’s northern end are two rep- lica tall ships, the Spirit of Dana Point and Pilgrim—a reproduction of the ship that brought Dana to Califor- nia’s storied shores more than 150 years ago. Visitors of all ages can spend the morning walking the Dana Point Harbor and network of trails before hitting the city’s iconic surf breaks, sipping a cocktail or coffee at a seaside or bluff-top spot, dining at a HCXQTKVG NQECN GCVGT[ QT QPG QH VJG OCP[ ƒ TUV TCVG bistros and perusing clothing, home-good and surf shops throughout the downtown Lantern District, Capistrano Beach, Ocean Ranch and Monarch Beach. There is something for everyone in this pristine, beachside community. Make the most of your time in Dana Point by visit-
the West Coast’s largest gathering of historic sailing vessels as the Ocean Institute hosts the Toshiba Tall Ships Festival. And on Thanksgiving Day, join thousands of individuals and families in the time-honored tradition of “running the race before you stuff your face.” This year marks the 39th annual Dana Point Turkey Trot—a local marquee event hosted by the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce that has become one of the nation’s premier holiday runs, drawing competitors from around the country. If you enjoy the musical and festival atmo-
sphere, then you cannot miss the annual Jazz Festival and Ohana Festival featuring music,
food and drinks on the beach. Each summer, the city holds weekly movie features and concerts on Fridays and Sundays, respectively. Bring your blankets, beach chairs and picnic baskets to one of these events and you’ll be hooked—to say the least. Once you experience Dana Point you may never want to leave!
On behalf of the City Council, Chamber of Commerce and myself, welcome to Dana Point.
—John Tomlinson, Mayor City of Dana Point
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DanaPointChamber.com. Whether vacationing, planning an event or relocat-
ing to town, the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce’s website is your stop for all things Dana Point. Here, discover the best places to shop, dine, golf and stay. Learn about the city’s beloved destinations, like the Dana Point Headlands conservation park, famed &QJGP[ 5VCVG $GCEJ CPF UJQR ƒ NNGF &CPC 2QKPV Harbor. If you want to explore the outdoors, discover VJG EKV[ŦU XCUV CTTC[ QH ƒ UJKPI UWTƒ PI YJCNG YCVEJ ing, camping and golf excursions. The site also includes a comprehensive calendar of Dana Point’s events—from the Dana Point Turkey Trot, Dana Point Harbor Boat Parade of Lights, Doheny Blues Festival and Summer Concert Series, there is an event for everyone. Dana Point is beckoning to be discovered.
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