"An Unforgettable Experience!" 24440 Dana Point Harbor Dr. Dana Point, CA 92629 Info & Reservations: 949.488.2828 Come sail with Capt. Dave's Dolphin and Whale Safari's on our hi-tech sailing catamarans. We offer daily trips to see dolphins, up to 5,000 strong, leap and play right off our bow, migrating Gray whales December through April, and Blue Whales May through November. Celebrity (filmmakers, authors, speakers) and certified naturalists make this exciting excursion educational and entertaining, too. Homemade triple-fudge brownies make this a one-of-a-kind adventure unforgettable ...more info
309 Palm Street, Suite A Newport Beach, CA 92661 Info & Reservations: 1.877.629.5697 Newport Landing Whale Watching has served Laguna Beach and Newport Beach for over 20 years providing the finest whale watching and dolphin cruises. Year around cruises view many varieties of whales including the giant blue whale, which attains lengths over 80 feet, several types of dolphin, seals, and all sorts of other marine life. Each cruise is a unique experience; you may never know what you might encounter. A recent cruise encountered a huge pod of killer whales numbering over 30 killer whales including adults and young, definitely a trip of a life time! ...more info
309 Palm Street, Suite A Newport Beach, CA 92661 Info & Reservations: 1.877.629.5697 Catch barracuda, halibut, sand bass, calico bass, red snapper, giant yellowtail, white sea bass, and many other species. ¾ Day fishing trips fish Catalina Island and over 40 miles of coastline. Yellowtail to 40 pounds, barracuda, bonito, calico bass, sand bass, white sea bass, halibut, yellowfin tuna, and many more species possible on these full day trips. Newport Landing Sportfishing's fleet has state of the art electronics, spacious indoor/outdoor seating, and full amenities including a full service snack bar/kitchen. Newport Landing Sportfishing is best known for the people that make up our family, the captains, the crews, and the office staff ...more info
Laguna Beach Art Festivals
PAGEANT OF THE MASTERS July 7 - August 31, 2011 One of the most unique attractions in the world, the Pageant of the Masters features human models who magically transform into massive reproductions of artistic masterpieces in a concert setting. You won't believe your eyes! Buy 2011 Pageant of the Masters Tickets Now!
FESTIVAL OF ARTS July 3 - August 31, 2011 July through August. California's oldest and most prestigious art show. Featuring 150 of Southern Californina's most prestigious artists. July 5 - August 31, 2010. Exhibits open 10:30am - 11:30 pm daily. Art demonstrations, workshops, entertainment, food.
SAWDUST ART FESTIVAL June 24 - August 28, 2011 An artists "village" built each year from "the ground up" in a wooded glen with waterfalls, trees and exotic plants, art exhibits, demonstrations, workshops, family oriented entertainment, food. June 25 - August 29, 2010. Open daily 10am-10pm; 949-494-3030
ART-A-FAIR 2010 Show Dates June 25 - August 29, 2010 Fine art and master crafts by more than 150 winners of a national juried competition. Open to the public at 10am on June 25, 2010. General hours of operation are Sunday thru Thursday from 10am - 9pm AND Frida & Saturday from 10am -10pm. Our schedule remains consistence throughtout the summer with the following exceptions: July 4 we will be closed at 6pm and on Sunday, August 29, we will close at 6pm (rather than at 9pm) 949-494-4514
Laguna Beach Parks & Beaches
THE BEACHES OF LAGUNA The entire coastline of Laguna Beach has been declared a "Marine Life Refuge" to protect and preserve the rich variety of marine life forms for all to observe and enjoy. Tide pools are not to be disturbed in any way. People may fish (except in Heisler Park Ecological Reserve where fishing is prohibited), but take nothing else.
MAIN BEACH In the heart of downtown with excellent swimming and sunbathing.
CRESENT BAY Big Hollow waves offer some of the best body surfing.
SHAWS & DIVERS COVE A scuba divers dream with protected coves.
SLEEPY HOLLOW An expansive stretch of beach perfect for swimming.
WOODS COVE Picturesque and excellent for diving.
VICTORIA BEACH Skim-boarding and body surfing. Volleyball courts plus the site of the "La Tour" a historical landmark built in 1926.
ALISO CREEK COUNTY BEACH Located at 31131 Pacific Coast Highway. Picnic tables, Bar-B-Ques & fire pits.
THOUSAND STEPS A famous beach known for its long staircase leading to a spectacular surfing area.
LAGUNA BEACH CLEAN-UP PO Box 4711 Laguna Beach, CA 92652 949.280-2225 E-Mail: Roger Butow INTERNATIONAL COASTAL CLEANUP DAY: Saturday September 16, 2006(9am -12 noon)* *FREE ALL DAY PARKING FOR PARTICIPANTS!
HEISLER PARK ECOLOGICAL RESERVE A marine reserve located between Heisler Point, opposite Bird Rock at Main Beach north to the northern end of Divers Cove. Fascinating tide pools, great snorkeling and SCUBA diving. Disturb nothing and take nothing. No fishing of any type.
ALTA LAGUNA PARK Located at the north end of Alta Laguna Blvd. This park has hiking trails,a baseball field, tennis courts, a half basketball court, picnic tables and children's play equipment.
Laguna Beach Dog Park (AKA "Bark Park") is a fenced park where dogs can run free (dogs must be leashed at all other parks). Open from dawn to dusk, closed on Wednesday. Located on Laguna Canyon Road (133) near El Toro Road.
BLUEBIRD PARK on Cress Street Laguna Beach, California The park has a fenced playground, half basketball court, barbecues and picnic tables.
Laguna Beach Sports
Aliso Creek Inn & Golf Course 31106 Coast Highway 949.499.1919 Laguna Beach, California Laguna Beach's only golf course. Mature 9-hole, par 32 golf course in 83 acre Aliso Canyon. Beautifully maintained. Challenging. Pro shop. Driving Net Resident Pro. Tee Time & Golf Course Information: 949-499-1919
Laguna Beach Ocean Activities, Aquatics & Community Pool The LBHS Community Pool is a 25-yard pool with showers and lockers available; it is accessible to the physically challenged. CA State Law requires patrons who use public pools to shower prior to entering. Children under the age of 3 years must wear rubber pants or pool diapers in the pool. Children, age 24 months or younger are admitted free. Note: Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied and supervised by an adult. The pool may be subject to unscheduled closures due to water polo and swim competitions/events. Groups of 10 or more must make reservations at least 7 days in advance to guarantee space! Call (949) 376-9818 or 497-0716, ext. 6 for details. Click here for our schedule
LAGUNA BEACH CYCLERY 240 Thalia Street 949.494.1522 Laguna Beach, California Offers a full barn of bicycles including TREK, CANNONDALE, & BONTRAGER. Clothing & access. Plus inline skates. Road & mountain bike repairs & rentals, also beach Boogie Board rentals.
LAGUNA HEALTH CLUB "The Oldest Operating Health Club in Orange County!" 870 Glenneyre Street Laguna Beach, California 92651 949.494.1522 / 949.494.0598 Fax Owner: Don Walker Open since 1969, the family owned Laguna Health Club scores big points for cleanliness, state of the art equipment and personal service. Highly respected & recommended.
Bike Rentals
Laguna Beach Bike Rentals Looking for the healthiest way to sightsee Laguna Beach and experience a good workout? Rent your Laguna Beach bike rentals from our shop in Laguna Beach and we'll show you the best spots to ride! Laguna Beach has some of the most scenic riding anywhere in the country. Rent a high-end road bike and take it anywhere you'd like, or arrange to be taken on a guided ride of coastal Orange County. We will provide you with maps and other important information to make sure you get the most of your ride time by the coast. >>>Laguna Beach Bike Rental Rates & Availability
Kayaking
Laguna Beach Kayaking Tour Our kayak tour in Laguna Beach is the absolute best way to see Laguna Beach and its breathtaking coastline! You’ll glide past crescent-shaped beaches, remote coves, dramatic sea cliffs, caves, million dollar homes, and see lots of wildlife along the way including birds, fish, and our famous sea lions. The highlight of our Laguna Beach kayaking tours is a visit to Seal Rock, a nature sanctuary that is home to a colony of California Sea Lions. You will get within 10 feet of these remarkable animals in their native habitat. You’ll see babies and pups, and bull males weighing up to 1000 pounds. If the conditions are right, you’ll even get to snorkel with them! >>>Laguna Beach Kayaking Tour Rates & Availability
Surfing Lessons
Laguna Beach Surfing Lessons Laguna Beach has some of the most consistent waves in Orange County. Our expert Laguna Beach surfing instructors are all CPR certified and will have you up and wave riding in no time. We meet at Thalia Beach near downtown Laguna, the perfect beginner's beach, with slow rolling, gentle waves. Whether you're a beginner looking to pop-up for the first time, or an intermediate rider looking to hone your skills, Thalia is the perfect beach >>>Laguna Beach Surfing Lessons Rates & Availability
Hiking Trails
Laguna Beach Hiking Tails and Map Laguna Canyon Wilderness Park Laguna Beach, California The Terrace is located in the middle of some of the best hiking trails in Orange County. Age suitability is for beginners in reasonable shape…bring water. A very convenient hike for Terrace residents starts at Woods End near El Toro and Aliso Creek Road. The hike is all on a dirt road. From Woods End, go up to the ridge and turn right. Follow the gravel road down the other side to the intersection with the Lake Trail then a few more feet to the Edison Trail to Barbara’s Lake. This is the only natural year round lake in Orange County....Click here from Map Topography
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