Located in southern Orange County, California, Dana Point has a population of just over 35,000. It is a popular local destination for surfing, whale watching and fishing. Garnering the title, Whale Capitol of the West, It was the site of the 1990 capturings of the rare ‘megamouth’ shark. The Dana Point real estate area is also designated as a California Historical Landmark.

Dana Point real estate was described as “the only romantic spot in California”, by its namesake, author Richard Henry Dana, Jr., in a visit to the area and neighboring San Juan Capistrano. Dana Point real estate began as a planned community by a developer. However, the economic depression of the early 1930s stopped the construction and by 1939, the original investors had sold out to private individuals. That tragedy did not stop the future development, which was revived in the 1950s, as today there are more than 14,000 homes, and Dana Point real estate continues to be desirable to people seeking a beach front retreat.

In addition to the city, Dana Point is also home to Dana Point Harbor, housing more than 2500 boats within two marinas. The full service Dana Point Harbor meets all the needs of ships and boats visiting or residing here, including guest slips, a fuel dock and an array of recreational choices. In addition, 30 specialty shops and 17 restaurants dot the harbor appealing to a mass audience of visitors.

Buying Dana Point real estate could be an opportunity for one to “get their sea legs”, as community class instruction is available in sailing, boating and other water-related activities. If you prefer the landlubber’s life instead, you could invest in the Dana Point real estate market just to live in a beautiful harbor city and still enjoy the magnificent whale watching opportunities from shore at the Salt Creek Beach. Here you can sit on benches that overlook the gray whale migration routes.

Each September the Tall Ships festival comes to Dana Point Harbor offering those fortunate enough to own Dana Point real estate the opportunity see some of the most magnificent vessels in the world. The festival is considered the largest annual gathering of Tall Ships on the West Coast of the United States, and features an amazing array of tall ships converging in and around Dana Point.

The California State Parks system also manages a nearby State Park called Doheny State Beach. Owners of Dana Point real estate are just a few miles away from this vacation hot spot. The park encompasses more than 62 acres and features over a mile of sandy beaches with opportunities for swimming or surfing one of the best areas in coastal California. In addition to the beachfront activities, the park also has a campground with 120 developed family campsites and a picnic area complete with more than 100 picnic tables and barbecue grills.

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