Dana Point Harbor Youth & Group Facility, 34451 Ensenada Place. 949-923-2215

Doheny State Beach Aquarium, a three thousand gallon, salt-water aquarium with dozens of marine animals on public display. The only aquarium featured in the state park system. 949-496-6172

Ocean Institute, ocean-related exhibits and activities. 949-496-2274

Whale Watching. Every year, from December through April, visitors delight in watching the migration of the California gray whales from Alaska to Mexico. Whale watching excursions offered out of both Dana Point and Newport Harbors.

Huntington City Beach and Pier
Pacific Coast Highway (Seapoint Avenue/ Beach Boulevard), Huntington Beach, California 92648 / 714-536-5286
This stretch of beach was immortalized by the surf tunes of the 1960s and still today maintains a lively surf culture. If you’re looking for action, Huntington City Beach is where it’s at. The waves are perfect for surfers and body boarders, and are excellent for swimming. The landmark Huntington Beach Pier, one of the longest recreational piers on the West Coast, is located here in Downtown Huntington Beach. This beach is the site for surf competitions and other events throughout the year.

Huntington Harbour, a residential area connected by navigable channels. Recreational boating available.

Peter’s Landing Marina, 16400 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite 108. 714-840-1387

Main Beach Park
Coast Highway and Broadway/Highway 133, Laguna Beach, California 92651 / 949-497-9229
Laguna’s “Window to the Sea”, is located in the heart of downtown Laguna. Within the beach park is a boardwalk, picnic tables, children’s play area, protected tide pools, volleyball and basketball.

Treasure Island Park, located at Wesley and Coast Highway. Spectacular ocean views, public art, picnic tables, beach access to small, cove beaches and tide pool reserve areas.

Newport Aquatic Center, 1 Whitecliffs Drive. 949-646-7725

Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort, 1131 Back Bay Drive. 949-729-3863

Newport Harbor
Pacific Coast Highway/ Newport Boulevard / Jamboree, Newport Beach, California / 949-923-2250
One of the finest and most scenic small boat harbors in California. Boat slips for every type of recreational craft from rowboats to yachts. Special annual events including a Christmas Boat Parade and July 4th event. A favorite gathering place for family fun.