Top Dana Point Outdoor Activities

The ocean near Dana Point provides the perfect spot for catching sight of all kinds of whales and dolphins, and this whale-watching cruise combines an intimate experience limited to 20 people aboard an RHIB. Your guide, a marine naturalist, knows the best times and areas to spot wildlife, and also provides facts and commentary as you cruise.

We stand apart from other Dana Point activities because your eBike tours blend scenic adventure with a true local’s perspective of the area. Each tour is led by Julian, a lifelong Dana Point resident and naturalist with over eight years of experience who has guided thousands of guests along this coastline. We take riders through Dana Point’s most iconic coastal locations—Doheny State Beach, Boneyard, Dana Point Harbor, Baby Beach, Capistrano Beach Park, Hole in the Fence Beach, and the Dana Point Headlands—stopping along the way to share local history, marine ecology, and insider tips on food and activities.

The activity includes an expert local guide that connects adventurers with nature and the local culture, history and unique geographical sites of the location. In a friendly and chill setting, adventurers are able to experience a stress free and reflective activity in a beautiful setting complete with wildlife viewing and healthy activity.

Embark on an engaging scavenger hunt through the historic streets of San Juan Capistrano! Feel like you stepped back in time as you explore the busting Los Rios Historic District. Explore and see the many unique shops, restaurants and galleries. Go at your own pace and see the best of what San Juan Capistrano has to offer. Have fun with your group and you solve fun puzzles and challenges along the way. Learn some of the history of this fascinating California town. Ready to discover San Juan Capistrano in a whole new way? Let the adventure begin!

Our unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website's international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don't have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

Explore the beautiful Dana Point coastline at your own pace. Discover the coastal headlands, tide pools, learn about local ecology & wildlife, culture, history, and get the scoop on local recommendations on eateries and cafes around town. Experience the stunning Southern California coastline on a guided hike designed for ages 5+ and most fitness levels. This family-friendly adventure takes you along sandy beaches, coastal headlands, and tide pools (tide depending), highlighting the unique ecology and geology of the area. Keep an eye out for seasonal wildlife like dolphins and pelicans. Enjoy a mellow pace and plenty of opportunities for photos, unforgettable coastal views, and wildlife sightings.

Put a zany spin on your seaside stroll during this pirate-themed private half-day adventure at Dana Point. Come dressed as a pirate and get ready to explore secluded sea caves. Hike along the rocky shore alongside your guide, passing by tide pools and steep cliffs as you listen to tales of swashbuckling buccaneers and their buried treasure. Fun and interactive tours include live fiddle music and a sea shandy singalong.

E-bike rental to explore Dana Point, San Clemente, Laguna Beach and it's beautiful surroundings. Get exercise or just go for fun!

We stand apart from other Dana Point activities because your private Stand UP Paddle Boarding experience is the perfect way to start your day. Each experience is led by Julian, a lifelong Dana Point resident and naturalist with over eight years of experience guiding thousands of guests along this coastline. We go at your pace and level of comfort and experience. This requires a low to moderate level of physical effort and is a meditative and relaxing experience.