
Capt. Dave's Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari
Dana Point
The Best Whale Watching Trips in California
Park & beachLIVE DEAL

Photo from the venue's own site
Park & beach · Admission from $14 a vehicle · 3 verified savings
Fancy going together?
Admission from $14 a vehicle. Open 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Daily.
Doheny State Beach, California's first state beach and a renowned surfing destination in Orange County, stretches along Dana Point's coastline where swimmers, surfers, and beachgoers spend days in the water and sand. The park opens daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM and charges admission, with prices published online. Visitors can camp at the on-site campground or use day-use facilities, and the park hosts monthly beach cleanup events throughout the year. Dogs are welcome on the grounds when leashed, though they cannot access the beach itself. Fourth graders and their families receive free entry through the state's 4th Grade Pass at this location. Disabled visitors with a valid California State Parks Disabled Discount Pass pay $7.50 for day-use vehicle entry instead of the standard rate, while the lifetime disability pass offers 50% discounts on vehicle day-use and camping fees. Located approximately one mile north of I-5 near San Juan Capistrano, Doheny State Beach is accessible by car and offers accessible features throughout the park.
Hours: 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Daily
Buy tickets on reservecalifornia.com →Prices quoted from parks.ca.gov. Prices can change — the link above goes to the page they came from.
Free entry for fourth graders and their families at 54 select state parks
“This pass provides free entry for fourth graders and their families at 54 select state parks throughout the state.”
Discounted day use fee for disabled visitors with valid CA State Parks Disabled Discount Pass
“Disabled Day Use: $7.50 per vehicle (Valid CA State Parks Disabled Discount Pass required)”
Lifetime pass for individuals with permanent disabilities, 50% discount on vehicle day-use fees
“entitling the passholder to a 50% discount on vehicle day-use, family camping, and boat-use fees.”

Dana Point
The Best Whale Watching Trips in California

Dana Point
Military and First Responder Special

Dec 4 – 19 · Evening Holiday Harbor Cruise
Dana Point
50% off Whale & Dolphin Watching & Local Fishing on Tuesdays
1 miOct 17 · Adventure Sail
Dana Point

Dana Point
Off The Grid Private Boat Tours Coupon Code
1 miDana Point
Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Dana Point
Mon–Sun: Open 24 hours
Hours via Google Maps
Dana Point
Mon–Thu: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM; Fri: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM; Sat: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM; Sun: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Hours via Google Maps
Dana Point

Dana Point

Dana Point
Daily 6:00 AM–10:00 PM
1 miDana Point
Saturdays and Sundays 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Within 25 miles of Doheny State Beach. Dates and wording are each venue’s own.
Sat only1 miAdventure SailSpirit of Dana PointDana Point, CASat, Oct 17 · 10:00 amSee details
Sat only1 miSquid DissectionsSpirit of Dana PointDana Point, CASat, Oct 17 · 10:30 amSee details
Sat only5 miCasa Kids Workshop: Monster PotCasa Romantica Cultural Center and GardensSan Clemente, CASat, Oct 17Check tickets
Sun only5 miAsk a Master GardenerCasa Romantica Cultural Center and GardensSan Clemente, CASun, Oct 18Check tickets
Sun only5 miAromatic Plant WalkCrown Valley ParkLaguna Niguel, CASun, Oct 18See details
Sat only8 miFamily Fest at Lucky Strike Ladera RanchLucky Strike Ladera RanchLadera Ranch, CASat, Oct 17See details
Sat & Sun15 miIrvine Pumpkin Patch 2026Tanaka FarmsIrvine, CASep 12 – Nov 1See details
Sun only17 miENC Fall FaireEnvironmental Nature CenterNewport Beach, CASun, Oct 18See details
Sat only18 miPublic TourJack and Shanaz Langson Institute and Museum of California ArtIrvine, CAOct 17 – 31See details
Sun only18 miMAKE: Inside the BoxJack and Shanaz Langson Institute and Museum of California ArtIrvine, CASun, Oct 18See details
Sat & Sun19 miHana Field Pumpkin Patch 2026Hana Field by Tanaka FarmsCosta Mesa, CAOct 3 – Nov 1Check tickets
From Oct 2425 miEnchanted TrailsShipley Nature CenterHuntington Beach, CASat, Oct 24See details
From Oct 314 miDía de los MuertosSan Clemente Pumpkins and Harvest FestivalSan Clemente, CAOct 31 – Nov 1See details