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. Dana Point is known as the "Whale Capital of the West", and in 1990, one of the very few known specimens of the megamouth shark was caught off its shore. 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. Although Dana Point real estate began as a planned community by a development company, the great depression put a halt to 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. Every major amenity is offered at the Harbor including guest slips, fuel dock, shipyard, and a myriad of recreational activities. 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.
Another fantastic opportunity once you purchase Dana Point real estate is the Tall Ships Festival held every September. This festival is the largest type of its kind in the USA, and has Tall Ships from all over joining in the festivities.
Owning Dana Point real estate also will give you an opportunity to take a short day vacation to nearby Doheny State Beach, a public park and beach operated by the California Department of Parks and Recreation. Comprised of over 60 acres, its main feature is the mile-long sandy beach with the best surfing and swimming in the clear blue ocean. 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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