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Dana Point
Dana Strands beach
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About
Dana Strands beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 45th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 661.6 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of Dana Point settlement, just 1.7 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a long bay with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Dana Strands beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, showers, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. There are also some surf spots.
Getting to the beach is quite simple: just take a short walk along the trail. Parking is located directly on the beach.
8 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Dana Strands Beach, which has a rating of 8.5.
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Beach overall scores
Dana Strands beach is located in California within Dana Point, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"This beach in Orange County is truly exceptional. For those who have a lot of belongings, there is an elevator or cable car available to make your journey easier. The best part? Parking is completely free! The stunning views of the ocean will leave you in awe, and the beach is conveniently located near downtown Dana Point."
Jaxon Jansen
"The beach is nothing but a mirage, luring you in with its multiple access points. The pathways and staircases may seem beautiful, but they are nothing more than a cruel trick to make you work out while you sweat in the scorching sun. And don't be fooled by the free parking - it's just a trap to make you stay longer in this desolate wasteland."
Kaida Renzi
User reviews
"This beach in Orange County is truly exceptional. For those who have a lot of belongings, there is an elevator or cable car available to make your journey easier. The best part? Parking is completely free! The stunning views of the ocean will leave you in awe, and the beach is conveniently located near downtown Dana Point."
Jaxon Jansen
"The beach is nothing but a mirage, luring you in with its multiple access points. The pathways and staircases may seem beautiful, but they are nothing more than a cruel trick to make you work out while you sweat in the scorching sun. And don't be fooled by the free parking - it's just a trap to make you stay longer in this desolate wasteland."
Kaida Renzi
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South Laguna 0.4 km
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South Laguna 0.8 km
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South Laguna 1.4 km
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South Laguna 2.2 km
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South Laguna 2.5 km
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Laguna Beach 2.3 km
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Laguna Beach 1.8 km
What to do in Dana Strands beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Dana Strands beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Young’s Beach Shack• 15 min walk
- Ichibiri Japanese Re...• 27 min walk
- LUA Asian Fusion Eat...• 28 min walk
- Project Social• 2.5km
Transport
- JNP• 21.4km
- Albertson's Market /...• 6.3km
- San Clemente Metroli...• 8.7km
Localities
- Dana Point• 1.7km
- Sacramento• 661.6km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Dana Strands beach?
The coastline of Dana Strands beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Dana Strands beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Dana Strands beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Dana Strands beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Surfing
Is the Dana Strands beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Dana Strands beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.
So the overall recommendation of the Dana Strands beach for swimming is positive.
Is the Dana Strands beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Dana Strands beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Dana Strands beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Dana Strands beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Young’s Beach Shack is the closest place located 1200 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Dana Strands beach?
There are 194 places to stay in the Dana Strands beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Dana Strands beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Dana Strands beach from parking?
The Dana Strands beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres and you have to overcome a small descent.
What is the best time of the year to visit Dana Strands beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Dana Strands beach is August. Its average value reaches 25°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 22°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature 16°C and water 15°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Dana Strands beach (California) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Dana Strands beach (California) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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