Dana Point Harbor

Dana Point Harbor A vibrant hub for waterfront dining, shopping, entertainment, and adventure. The Dolphin & Whale Watching Capital of the World® is open during construction!
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Dana Point Harbor is home to world-class dining, shopping, The Marina at Dana Point and the Dana Point Marina Inn. Dana Point Harbor is a waterman's paradise with rich surfing, sailing, and outrigger history. Dana Point is also the trademarked Whale Watching Capital of the World thanks to our year-round whale watching. We are also home port to the Catalina Express. Discover Dana Point Harbor today

and enjoy dramatic views from the cliffs, stunning beaches, large picnic areas and great activities.

What a catch!Swipe to see August highlights from Dana Wharf Sportfishing 🎣Choose from full-day, half-day, twilight, over...
09/07/2026

What a catch!
Swipe to see August highlights from Dana Wharf Sportfishing 🎣

Choose from full-day, half-day, twilight, overnight and kid's clinic excursions to be a part of this month's official count.

09/03/2026

Save the date 🐾
Dana Point Harbor Dogapalooza returns Saturday, October 17.

📍 Bump Out Park
📷 Interactive photo ops
🦴 Treats, accessories, styling & more
🧘‍♀️ Dog yoga
🐕 Pack walk
🦸‍♂️ Costume contest

Benefiting Pet Project Foundation

Don’t miss the boat on exclusive savings storewide at Top Brass - inventory is limited!Shop now through Monday, August 3...
08/28/2026

Don’t miss the boat on exclusive savings storewide at Top Brass - inventory is limited!

Shop now through Monday, August 31
Men’s Top Brands
Select Children’s Resort Wear
& More

For more than 30 years, Top Brass has called the harbor home. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for allowing us to be a part of your wardrobe and your story.

08/24/2026

Meet the man behind Dana Point Harbor's top-rated ASA Certified Sailing Academy, Aventura.

Ric Dahlin holds the ASA 211 Master Instructor designation — the highest level of ASA certification — and is one of only 50 active Master Instructors worldwide. Named ASA Outstanding Instructor of the Year three years in a row, he has trained sailors and instructors across the West Coast, Canada, Hawaii, and the Caribbean.

Aventura Sailing Academy offers a full range of ASA courses year-round, setting sail daily.

08/14/2026

Weekend mood brought to you from The Dolphin & Whale Watching Capital of the World®

Hosted by expert naturalists and top-rated captains, Dana Wharf excursions are available daily. Book your next adventure now.

The Marina's youth program serves Orange County across Title I schools, indigenous tribes, and local nonprofit organizat...
08/10/2026

The Marina's youth program serves Orange County across Title I schools, indigenous tribes, and local nonprofit organizations including Big Brothers Big Sisters, Boys & Girls Club, Sandy Feet Initiative, and more.

The program expands public access, instills environmental consciousness, and fosters the next generation of ocean lovers.

Over 90% of the program's participants have never been to Dana Point Harbor or stepped onto a boat before joining the program.

08/08/2026

❗Only 4 chances left to experience Delanya's Smokin' Hot Texas BBQ at the Wharf. Serving up signature dishes and sassy sides from 12P-7P ❗

🍖 August 8
🥩 August 9
🍗 August 15
🥩 August 16

Just follow the smoke 🔥

08/07/2026

Congrats to our next generation of sailors who leveled up their passion and skills all season long.

Sea you on the water!

08/06/2026

Fit check brought to you by Top Brass. Serving looks since 1992.

08/05/2026

Only the freshest at !

📅 Every Wednesday
🕐 9A-1P
📍 Behind Dana Point Harbor Parking Structure

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34571 Golden Lantern Drive
Dana Point, CA
92629

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