Dana Point, California Community Services and Information

Helpful Information & Phone Numbers

EMERGENCY SERVICES

For Emergencies: Dial 911
Non-emergency information: 949-770-6011

Police Department:
Orange County Sheriff
phone: 949-770-6011

Fire Department:
Fire Protection and Emergency Services are provided by the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA).
The Orange County Fire Authority Main Line:
(714) 573-6000

LIBRARIES

Dana Point Branch Library
33841 Niguel Rd.
949-496-5517

Offers:
Special collections:"New Books" and "Libros Neuvos" sections for the latest additions of fiction and non-fiction titles in both English and Spanish.

Dana Point Library regularly feature works of art from the Niguel Art Association. These are prominently displayed on walls and are furnished and rotated monthly by the Association's membership.

POST OFFICE LOCATIONS

Dana Point Branch
24551 Del Prado

Capistrano Beach Branch
34281 Doheny Park RD

Phone: (800) ASK-USPS

UTILITIES

Cable TV:
Cox Communications 949-546-2000

Gas:
The Gas Company 800-427-2200

Electricity:
Southern California Edison 800-655-4555
San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) 800-411-7343

Telephone service:
Pacific Bell 800-310-2355

Trash collection:
CR&R Disposal & Recycling 877-728-0446

Water:
Water & Sewer District (South Coast) 499-4555

Education

PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICTS
Dana Point public schools are served by:

Capistrano Unified School District
Phone: 949-489-7000

For more information on Orange County Education, please visit our education page.

Charter Schools:
Journey School

Hospitals & Health Care

HOSPITALS

Nearby medical treatment:

Saddleback Memorial Medical Center/San Clemente
654 Camino de los Mares, San Clemente
949-496-1122

Children's Hospital at Mission (CHM)
27700 Medical Center Drive
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
949-347-8400

Mission Hospital Regional Medical Center
27700 Medical Center Drive
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
949-364-1400

South Coast Medical Center
31872 Coast Highway, Laguna Beach
949-499-1311

Parks & Recreation

Dana Point Park Information

Dana Point City Park Map
click here

Youth Sports Teams

City of Dana Point Youth Basketball League
Ages 6 - 9 years

Come join the fun of youth recreation basketball offered by the City of Dana Point. League open to boys and girls, ages 6-9 yrs. This is a low-key, instructional basketball league. Games will be played on Saturdays at the Dana Point Community Center, with game times starting at 8:00am and running throughout the day. Registration begins in August with the league running December through March. Cost $20 for residents, $35 for non-residents. For more league information call (949) 248-3530.

Dana Point Youth Baseball

Registration is in early November, with the regular season starting in early March and continuing into early June.

Adult Sport Leagues

Co-ed Softball, Chicago Ball and Kickball Leagues

The City of Dana Point offers adult co-ed leagues in Softball, Chicago Ball (16” ball) and Kickball each summer. Games are played at the Del Obispo Fields in Dana Point and games are played on Monday or Wednesday evenings. For more information call (949) 248-3530.

Services in Dana Point

Vacation Rentals

The Beach Nest . . . by the Sea

Located in Dana Point, California, this two Bedroom, 2 bathroom condo for rent sleeps six people comfortably. This light and airy condo, located on the 2nd floor has cathedral ceilings, and is decorated with top quality furnishings. There are two patios for outdoor enjoyment, and the property is within walking distance to Salt Creek Beach (a 7 min walk to the steps).

(949) 429-3466 or (515) 778-7335

Shopping

SHOPPING

Dana Point Shopping:

Dana Point Harbor has numerous specialty shops that are filled with unique treasures waiting to be discovered. From jewelry, to clothing, to home décor, to gifts or candy.

- The Shops at Mission Viejo - Showcase mall with Nordstrom's, Sak's and more. (10 minutes away)

More Orange County Shopping

Farmers Market:

Pacific Coast Hwy & Golden Lantern S
Saturdays
9 AM - 1 PM

More Information

Affiliated with California Federation of Certified Farmers' Markets. The certified farmers market concept is an effort to re-establish the traditional link between farmers and consumers in California. Put simply, certified farmers' markets (CFM's) are "the real thing," places where genuine farmers sell their crops directly to the public. It is where the agrarian community relates to the urban community

Restaurants & Dining

Cannons Seafood Grill
34334 Street of the Golden Lantern
Dana Point Harbor

For over 30 years, Cannons Seafood Grill has been the destination for guests who are seeking marvelous food, wonderful service and incredible views of the Pacific Ocean. The menu features fresh fish, fine seafood and choice beef. It is a mixture of the traditional coupled with very creative choices of the pacific rim.

ENO Wine Rooms

This wine tasting room, located inside the Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel is truly a luxurious alternative to traditional Southern California wine clubs and bars. Select from up to 500 varieties of wine in 1,500 bottles. Enjoy their rotating selection of 50 cheeses … served with freshly baked breads, Spanish Marcona almonds, and olives tossed in olive oil and rosemary. Or delight in their acclaimed collection of hand-crafted chocolates. Ideal for romantic evenings for two or larger California wine tasting events.

St. Regis Resort
One Monarch Beach Resort
Dana Point

Situated high on a bluff overlooking the majestic Pacific Ocean, stands St. Regis Resort offering six spectacular ocean-view restaurants which provide dedicated service and delectable cuisine to please every guest’s palate. From Michael Mina's acclaimed Stonehill Tavern, a Mobil-rated, Four Star restaurant to the Lobby Lounge with its signature cocktails and light fare where guests can enjoy live entertainment.

Tresca -
Doubletree Doheny Beach
34402 Pacific Coast Highway
Dana Point

Tresca offers an enticing selection of superb entrees from our colorful exhibition kitchen. Try their award winning Mediterranean clam chowder, a variety of gourmet wood fired pizzas, Spanish paella or one of our other unique entrees. Their decadent dessert tray offers a choice of chocolate mousse, walnut bread pudding or a lovely apple tart.

Hotels & Lodging

Blue Lantern Inn

Enjoy fabulous views of the Pacific from just about every window of this four diamond inn — dramatically located on a bluff above the Dana Point Yacht Harbor. Each of the Blue Lantern Inn's 29 guest rooms has a fireplace, sitting area, oversized bathroom with a jetted spa tub and refrigerator.

Reservations: 1-800-950-1236

Capistrano Seaside Inn

Terraced on ocean front tropic gardens and flower splashed patios rooms, the Capistrano Seaside Inn is hideaway for Hollywood Celebrity. Cottage-style rooms with wood-burning fireplaces. Also offering a discrete Jacuzzi for evening relaxation.

Reservations: 1-800-25 BEACH (252-3224)

Dana Marina Motel

Both vacationers and business travelers alike will appreciate the many shops, boutiques and fine restaurants within walking distance of this delightfully situated hotel in Dana Point Harbor. Come experience the friendly atmosphere and newly renovated rooms in Dana Point's oldest hotel!

Reservations: 949-496-1300

Doubletree Guest Suites Doheny Beach

Offering luxury in a quaint seaside escape - perfect for business or leisure travel. This contemporary all-suite hotel has accommodations that include amenities such as ocean-view terraces, a sauna, massages and high-speed internet access. Close the the beach, Dana Point Harbor, plus all the attractions shopping and dining in Laguna Beach & San Juan Capistrano.

Reservations: 1-800-222-TREE

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

Perched atop dramatic bluffs overlooking the lovely Dana Point Harbor, the Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa offers whatever style of getaway you envision, from the deeply romantic retreat to the highly motivating business conference. You’ll find everything you desire here: world-class golf and tennis, premier spa, exquisite dining and vibrant nightlife, as well as the myriad ocean activities for which Southern California is so noted.

Reservations: 1-800-533-9748

St. Regis Resort

Situated high on a bluff overlooking the majestic Pacific Ocean, stands a landmark resort of legendary proportions. Tuscan-inspired St. Regis Resort, Monarch Beach offers spacious guestrooms, a gorgeous view of the Pacific Ocean, an exclusive beach club, an award-winning Spa Gaucin, on-site championship Monarch Beach Golf Links and six ocean-view restaurants.

(949) 234-3200