Things to Do with Kids in Dana Point, CA

  • TripBuzz found 354 things to do with kids in or near Dana Point, California, including 329 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, San Clemente, Newport Beach and Irvine.
  • From Capt. Dave's Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari to Salt Creek Beach, the Dana Point area offers 132 different types of family activities, including: Beaches, Parks, Whale Watching Tours and Paddleboarding.
  • Sweeping ocean views and dramatic cliff sides are prominent in Dana Point, CA. The affluent residential community offers tourists many opportunities for both indoor and outdoor entertainment. It's harbor is one of the few in Orange County, offering OC locals and visitors access to boating, surfing and other water excursions. The city also hosts the annual Festival of Whales and Tall Ships Festival.
  • TripBuzz found 354 things to do with kids in or near Dana Point, California, including 329 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, San Clemente, Newport Beach and Irvine.
  • From Capt. Dave's Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari to Salt Creek Beach, the Dana Point area offers 132 different types of family activities, including: Beaches, Parks, Whale Watching Tours and Paddleboarding.
  • Sweeping ocean views and dramatic cliff sides are prominent in Dana Point, CA. The affluent residential community offers tourists many opportunities for both indoor and outdoor entertainment. It's harbor is one of the few in Orange County, offering OC locals and visitors access to boating, surfing and other water excursions. The city also hosts the annual Festival of Whales and Tall Ships Festival.
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38.2 Miles
82% 28 votes
Parks 738 Pantera Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 MoreLess Info
Sitting on approximately 23 acres, Pantera Park features sports fields and courts for baseball, tennis, basketball and soccer. The park also has a dog park, picnic tables, barbecue grills, restroom facilities and a short trail on a hill.
38.2 Miles
- 2 votes
Parks 11459 Ratliffe Street, Norwalk, CA 90650 MoreLess Info
Vista Verde Park's amenities include a playground area for children and a basketball court, with triple rims and chain nets. The park also has several trees that provided a shady resting location.
38.3 Miles
100% 13 votes
Rock Climbing San Marcos, CA 92078 MoreLess Info
Organizing trips to the region's best climbing spots, California Climbing Company provides visitors with introductory classes for outdoor climbing. During the lessons, all the necessary gear is provided while instructors teach the basics of climbing.
38.3 Miles
61% 28 votes
Military Museums 3601 S Gaffey Street, San Pedro, CA 90731 MoreLess Info
The Fort MacArthur Museum is a historical museum dedicated to the history of the U.S. Army Base, Fort MacArthur. The history is shown through different exhibits, including those about harbor defense and Pacific Theater Campaigns, among others.
38.4 Miles
87% 87 votes
Historic Sites 4600 Virginia Rd, Long Beach, CA 90807 MoreLess Info
Originally built in 1844, Rancho Los Cerritos, is a Monterey-style ranch house open to the public providing a glimpse of life in the late 1800's. The collection includes historic documents, artifacts, and furnishings.
38.4 Miles
30% 20 votes
Dog Park 1215 San Elijo Road, San Marcos, CA 92078 MoreLess Info
Located within San Elijo Hills Community Park, San Elijo Hills Dog Park features a partially sloped field consisting of grass and dirt. The park provides drinking water, benches and a separate small dog area.
38.4 Miles
100% 7 votes
Parks 1105 Elfin Forest Road, San Marcos, CA 92078 MoreLess Info
San Elijo Park is a large multi-use public park.  Amenities include horseshoe pits, picnic areas, baseball fields, football or soccer fields, dog park and children's play area. Children also enjoy the sprayground, a water play area for younger visitors.  
38.4 Miles
77% 71 votes
Botanical Gardens 1400 Avalon Canyon Road, Avalon, CA 90704 MoreLess Info
Wrigley Memorial & Botanical Gardens features a memorial within a building with blue flagstone rock and colorful mosaic tiles. There are also gardens that sit on 37.85 acres and include some rare plants, including endangered species.
38.4 Miles
20% 35 votes
Family Fun Center 11459 Imperial Highway, Norwalk, CA 90650 MoreLess Info
Not only can Keystone Lanes guests play a traditional game of bowling, but they can also put on glow-in-the-dark necklaces on their Cosmic Bowling nights. The business also hosts karaoke and comedy night events.
38.5 Miles
Known as the Battleship of Presidents, the Battleship USS Iowa hosted three different US Presidents during its time as an active ship. The ship is now open for tours, and features a museum.
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