Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching Dana Point

Unbeatable Deal: Half Price Tuesdays for Whale Watching!
 Experience Orange County's premier whale watching at an incredible price! Every Tuesday, enjoy a two-hour adventure on one of our vessels and witness spectacular marine life with our half-off special.

 Dana Wharf Whale Watching, established in 1971 as Orange County's first whale watching company, is your go-to for year-round whale and dolphin encounters in Southern California. Led by expert marine naturalist captains, our two-hour narrated cruises offer fascinating insights into the ocean's wonders. Discover the best whale watching with the industry pioneers.

Local Event: Half Priced Whale Watching!

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Half Priced Whale Watching!

Unbeatable Deal: Half Price Tuesdays for Whale Watching!
 Experience Orange County's premier whale watching at an incredible...

Cruise and have WINE TIME with us in 2026! Wine Cruise on our luxury catamaran. Our special cruise is limited to a small group of passengers, so you'll have plenty of space to relax and enjoy the wine tasting experience.&nbsp;
Our wine host will be on hand to explain the wines you'll be sampling from The Organic Cellar, which promotes organically grown and pesticide-free wines. You'll also enjoy a sample platter of cheese, crackers, dried fruits, and nuts that pair perfectly with the wines. Our 63-foot Ocean Adventure catamaran features a spacious deck with 360-degree views, and there's a full cash bar on board if you'd like to purchase any additional beverages.
So sit back, relax, and enjoy the beautiful and charming Dana Point Harbor. Come aboard and experience:
<ul><li dir="ltr">Four tastes of wine from The Organic Cellar, including exclusive wine choices labeled by the famed artist Wyland (other special event wineries may be added to the schedule)</li><li dir="ltr">The luxurious 63-foot Ocean Adventures catamaran</li><li dir="ltr">A 90-minute cruise through the calm waters of Dana Point Harbor</li><li dir="ltr">Breathtaking 360-degree views</li><li dir="ltr">A delicious selection of cheese, crackers, fresh fruit, and nuts</li><li dir="ltr">Knowledgeable wine hosts</li><li dir="ltr">A fun and relaxed atmosphere</li></ul>
Book your tickets today!

Local Event: Evening Wine Cruise

Evening Wine Cruise

Cruise and have WINE TIME with us in 2026! Wine Cruise on our luxury catamaran. Our special cruise is limited to a small group...

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Local Event: Love from Beyond: Edgar Alan Poe Tales by Opera Laguna 

Love from Beyond: Edgar Alan Poe Tales by Opera...

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Run the Race Before You Stuff Your Face! The <a href="https://www.turkeytrot.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">49th Annual Dana Point Turkey Trot</a> returns Thanksgiving Day in the Dana Point Harbor. Join 12,000 participants to run/walk a 5K, 10K, Combo 10K/5K, or Kids' 1-Mile Gobble Wobble! Race Day Schedule: 7:00&nbsp;AM&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;10K&nbsp;Race 8:30 AM&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;5K&nbsp;Race 9:00 AM&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Costume Contest 9:30 AM&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;5K&nbsp;Race 10:00 AM&nbsp; &nbsp;5K&nbsp;Race (Walk the Trot) 10:30 AM&nbsp; &nbsp;Kids' 1-Mile Gobble Wobble Registration includes a commemorative race shirt, finisher medal, and race bib with timed results. <a href="https://raceroster.com/events/2026/112786/2026-dana-point-turkey-trot?utm_campaign=DPTurkeyTrot-2026-Patch&amp;utm_source=Website&amp;utm_medium=Social&amp;utm_term=" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Learn more and Register</a> Enjoy a festive atmosphere with a costume contest, two-day Expo, photo stations and more! Best of all, your participation supports local charities - helping us give back to the community. Can't run the race this year but still want to get involved? <a href="https://www.turkeytrot.com/volunteer" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Sign up to volunteer</a> and join our VolunTurkey crew!&nbsp;

Local Event: 2026 Dana Point Turkey Trot

2026 Dana Point Turkey Trot

Run the Race Before You Stuff Your Face! The 49th Annual Dana Point Turkey Trot returns Thanksgiving Day in the Dana Point...

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Half Priced Whale Watching!

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Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching Dana Point, 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, CA

Evening Wine Cruise

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Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching Dana Point, 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, CA

Half Priced Whale Watching!

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10:00 AM

Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching Dana Point, 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, CA

Evening Wine Cruise

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5:30 PM

Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching Dana Point, 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, CA

Half Priced Whale Watching!

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10:00 AM

Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching Dana Point, 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, CA

Love from Beyond: Edgar Alan Poe Tales by Opera Laguna

2026 Dana Point Turkey Trot