You can watch whales almost anywhere along the california coast, any time of year, and you may be wondering. Whale and dolphin watching from dana point orange county. Dana point is one of the most popular spots for fishing in orange county with chance to catch barracuda, tuna, halibut, yellowtail, and more depending on the season. During this peak season, 40 50 whales pass by dana point each day, using the dana point headlands 200foot cliffs near the harbor as a landmark to check their migration path. Year round opportunity to see many whale species, dolphins and other marine life. A video shows great white shark making a meal of scarlet, a.
Aug 08, 2017 baby gray whale coaxed back to sea laguna niguel dana point, ca the possibly ill, young whale, that looks really skinny, was swimming directly underneath a paddle boarder. The festival kicks off with a parade filled with spectacular floats, costumes and giant balloons, and the festivities continue with a street fair featuring live music, a pet costume c. Will they be around dana point the second week of february, and if so, can we book. That could be because of dana points twomilewide, eastwest facing coastline. If youre going to go fishing, go to dana wharf, great boats, great captains, great options for all types of species. The 16foot great white shark sank its sharp teeth into the whales bloated carcass, taking a few bites of her breakfast in the early morning hours saturday about 14 miles off dana point. With over 450,000 dolphins and thats just one of several species, californias dana point harbor has a great density of dolphins per square mile.
Right now is blue whale season which goes till about december and our sightings have been really great. According to wyland, dana wharfs tours are californias best for whale watching and when you see the whales, dolphins and sea lions frolicking in the surf. Exhibits, arts and crafts, lectures, and a 5k run are part of the fun. See whos going to dana point festival of whales 2020 in dana point, ca. Soon we were on board, and we set off bang on time at 5pm. Discover why dana point is the best place to watch whales. Whale watching in dana point book now at captain daves.
Orange county whale watching based out of dana point. Dana point is the dolphin and whale watching capital of the world. Its to our benefit, the blue whales have now decided to make the dana point area one of their favorite summer destinations. Dana point is teeming with festivities every winter during this special time of year, offering something for everyone.
Mere minutes from the harbor, the waters off dana point are teeming with all. Area attractions san clemente is a city that has something for the whole family. Dana point festival of whales 5 star whale watching tours. View a chronological event schedule for the 2020 festival of whales. Up to about the year 2000, a blue whale sighting at dana point was unprecedented or even unknown. Whale watching season never really ends on the california coast, according to many tour guides and boat operators. Whale and dolphin watching from dana point dana point.
The coast line off dana point is located on a steep underwater shelf that extends over a 1,000 feet deep just a couple miles off shore. How to go whale watching in orange county orange county. When is the best time to go whale watching in dana point. The waters off dana point are a graywhalewatching arena, and dana wharf sports fishings boat captains are masters at spotting the fabulous mammals and pointing them out to passengers. Dana point offers the best whale watching along the california coast dont miss it. It draws the whales and dolphins close to the shore. Whale watching in dana point orange county whale watching. Whale watching excursions, sailing, parasailing, stand up paddle boarding, diving, fishing and more.
Dana point whale watching pacific coast highway travel. Dana point festival of whales march 2021 dates not updated event promoter has not updated for this year, last years event was march 7 15, 2020 orange countydana point harbor. Experience upclose wild dolphins, migrating gray whales, playful humpback whales, huge fin whales, silly sea lions, and so much more. Baby gray whale coaxed back to sea from dana point photos. Dana point harbor is known as the whale capital of the world. Dana wharf is the premier yearround whale watching facility in southern california. Experience the ultimate adventure at dana point harbor. About dana point, ca the dolphin and whale capital of the world just south of laguna beach on the california coast lies a lovely stretch of shoreline where yearround temperatures hover around 70 degrees and a soft sea breeze wafts in daily from the glistening pacific. After researching the various options, i decided to splurge on the money side and booked a trip with captain daves dolphin and whale watching safari from dana point. Tangled humpback whale freed in dana point laguna niguel. Book a whale and dolphin watching tour with us from dana point today.
Baby gray whale coaxed back to sea laguna nigueldana point, ca the possibly ill, young whale, that looks really skinny, was swimming directly underneath a paddle boarder. Dana point whale watching is for residents and visitors who are considering going whale watching. We get wild life migrating down to mexico and up to northing california, oregon and canada. Private boat rentals limited time special rates book online. A video shows great white shark making a meal of scarlet. We are a small group of local fishermen who grew up fishing out of dana point harbor. He says this is the 2nd largest mammal ever to have lived, after the blue whale, and is the fastest whale of them all. The dana point festival of whales features two weekends of art, beachside entertainment, whale watching and more. We opted for a whale and dolphin watching trip on a calm and sunny halloween day. Newport landing whale watching proudly supports crystal cove alliance, the nonprofit partner of crystal cove state park, which is dedicated to education, conservation, and restoration efforts within the state park and its marine conservation area. Known as the whale watching capital of the west, tours are offered 365 days a. On a boat designed specifically for whale watching, come facetoface with the gentle giants on this exciting cruise off the coast. Beginning in 1971 we are the pioneer of whale watching adventures in orange county, california. Cruise the pacific ocean off dana point on a whale watching excursion aboard a comfortable 95 vessel.
Our private deep sea sport fishing charters are lead by a team of captains born and raised fishing out of dana point harbor. Dec 02, 2015 we opted for a whale and dolphin watching trip on a calm and sunny halloween day. Due to the unique shape of dana point harbor, it is ideally located for easy and quick access to board a boat and be in open ocean in 5. Whale and dolphin watching in newport beach captain. You can try one of their exciting fishing trips that are perfect for both the novice and the more. Hit the high seas for whale watching, hightech catamarans, underwater viewing pods, private charters, and more with capt. Enjoy live narration from your experienced captain as you watch for whales, sea lions, and dolphins, and learn about the stunning diversity of marine life that flocks to the california coast. The harbor offers easy access, free parking and the small towns locals tout to those who come to enjoy a boat ride during the whale watching season and throughout the year. Whale watching at dana point and coastal orange county. Local day adventures san clemente, ca san clemente inn.
Newport landing offers yearround, daily trips just north of dana point, departing from beautiful newport beach. Families will love all of the endless options there are such as the socal woodie display, harbor music series, and an art show along the harbor walkway and mariners village. Along with its protected coastline as well as a marine canyon just off shore, newport bay is home to resident mammals yearround and. Dana wharf 34675 golden lantern dana point, ca 92629. The coast line off dana point is located on a steep underwater shelf that extends over a. Nearly half of the migrating gray whale population follows the coast of southern california, many come close to shore at dana point. Dana point is the premier location for whale watching along the california coast and home to over 400,000 common dolphins and 4 species of whales.
Dana point sportfishing dana point fishing charters. All too familiar a scene, whale watchers got to see a grim. Planning our first california road trip and as landlocked missourians, we are very anxious to see the pacific coast. We operate all year round and see whales throughout the year plus up to 4 different species of spectacular dolphins on a regular basis. We are pleased to provide the areas only dolphin and whale watching cruise that allows your family to. Find more information about this attraction and other nearby dana point family attractions and hotels on family vacation critic. We specialize in private fishing charters for 1 to 6 passengers. Winter celebrates the gray whale, and yearround, regularly viewed whales include blue whales, fin whales, humpback whales, and minke whales. Whale watching, fishing charter, adventure tours, guided tours, sporting goods payment types. The dana point festival of whales is one of southern californias largest seafaring celebrations and reaches out to whale admirers around the world. Captain daves dolphin and whale safari, dana wharf whale. Dana point whale watching tours take off from dana point harbor, the pride of the southern california small craft harbor system. Dana point harbor is a key migration point for a variety of whales and other sea life.
Dana point is the best spot for whale watching in the oc. Dana point festival of whales 2021, an event in dana point. I also recommend for parking to download and use the parkmobile app its easy to use and if you. Just click the redeem offer button, print the coupon, make a reservation, and bring the coupon with you to daveys locker whale watching when checking in for your trip. A scenic harbor in southern california known as the whale capital of the west, dana point makes an ideal spot for spotting majestic marine animals. The warm waters right out of dana point harbor are flourishing with sea life including whales, dolphins, harbor seals, and california sea lions. All too familiar a scene, whale watchers got to see a. Dana point, ca an entangled humpback whale was seen off the dana point coastline by captain daves dolphin and whale safari boats. Familyfriendly fun, food, festivities, and of course, whale watching await you at the dana point festival of whales. Whether youre a fishing enthusiast or its your first time on the water, this tour will maximize your chances of a good catch. Dana wharf boats, 34675 golden lantern, dana point, ca 92629. My teenage daughter and i took the 2 hour whale watching tour on the 15 passenger boat, and it was the highlight of our trip to southern california.
Aug 03, 2017 dana point, ca an entangled humpback whale was seen off the dana point coastline by captain daves dolphin and whale safari boats. With nearly thirteen species of whales and dolphins seen along our southern california coastline, dana point whale watching season is some of the best in the. Dana point festival of whales 2020 in dana point, ca. From migrating gray whales in the winter to blue whales in the spring and summer, dana point harbor is a reference landmark for the whales. The warm waters right out of dana point harbor are flourishing with sea life including. Art lessons in the wild ocean adventure catamaran, dana wharf dock. Redeem offer this offer is valid for up to 10 fares. Dana point blue whale watching from a kayak dana point. During peak season, december through march, 40 to 50 whales pass by dana point every day, making dana point harbor one of the best places to. Dana point whale watching tours, dana point, ca california. During the 2012, and 14 seasons, blues have started passing by dana point in. Best places to go whale watching in southern california.
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