Dana Point Nature Interpretive Center - Dana Point, California

Address: 34558 Scenic Dr, Dana Point, CA 92629.
Phone: 9492483527.

Specialties: Tourist information center, Education center, Historical landmark, Nature preserve, Tourist attraction.
Other points of interest: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Gender-neutral restroom, Restroom, Good for kids.
Opinions: This company has 531 reviews on Google My Business.
Average opinion: 4.7/5.

📌 Location of Dana Point Nature Interpretive Center

Dana Point Nature Interpretive Center 34558 Scenic Dr, Dana Point, CA 92629

☎️9492483527

⏰ Open Hours of Dana Point Nature Interpretive Center

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10 AM–4 PM
Wednesday: 10 AM–4 PM
Thursday: 10 AM–4 PM
Friday: 10 AM–4 PM
Saturday: 10 AM–4 PM
Sunday: 10 AM–4 PM

Dana Point Nature Interpretive Center

The Dana Point Nature Interpretive Center is a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and tourists alike, located at 34558 Scenic Dr, Dana Point, CA 92629. This specialized tourist information center offers a unique blend of education, history, nature preservation, and attraction, making it an ideal spot for visitors of all ages.

Specialties

Tourist information center
Education center
Historical landmark
Nature preserve
Tourist attraction

Other Points of Interest

Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Wheelchair accessible restroom
Gender-neutral restroom
Restroom
Good for kids

The center boasts a 4.7/5 average rating from 531 reviews on Google My Business, indicating a high level of satisfaction among visitors. One of the key features that make Dana Point Nature Interpretive Center so appealing is its well-maintained trails and beautiful ocean views. Many visitors have reported seeing wildlife, such as hawks, which adds to the overall experience.

With its clean facilities, easy hikes, and stunning surroundings, the Dana Point Nature Interpretive Center offers an excellent opportunity to explore and appreciate the natural beauty of the area. Don't miss out on this gem in Dana Point, which is perfect even for families with kids.

👍 Reviews of Dana Point Nature Interpretive Center

Dana Point Nature Interpretive Center - Dana Point, California

Amie S.

5/5

The place is nice and clean. The trail is well maintained, easy hike with beautiful ocean view. Lucky to see a hawk chilling on the bushes.

Hassan A.

5/5

The Dana Point Nature Interpretive Center is a fantastic destination, featuring a knowledgeable and friendly team dedicated to educating visitors. It's a wonderful place for kids to learn about nature in an engaging and fun way. The center offers various exhibits and activities that make learning enjoyable, ensuring a memorable experience for the whole family.

After exploring the center, you can also enjoy the nearby trail, which offers stunning views and a relaxing atmosphere. It's essential to always stay on the trail to preserve the natural habitat and ensure a safe experience for everyone. Whether you're looking to expand your knowledge or simply have a good time, this center and trail are great choices.

Whoisme45YT

5/5

Me and my group stopped here to check it out and go to the restroom. They were very welcoming and happily invited us inside. They had many little exibits, each with their own information about the land and animals around them. Many fun kid activities. The is a trail path that you can walk to find animal information and have an amazing very of the ocean. It's a silent and calming place to hang out, and very clean. 10/10

j L.

5/5

Perfect for toddlers, but not stroller kids as the path is sandy and narrow. The area has guarded pathway which is not for extreme hiking or trail running. I liked the interpretive nature path for having a chill way to get amazing views of the marina and Pacific. It was a great investment of 1.5 hours.

Alison C.

5/5

Beautiful place for a hike!

We arrive at 7:50am on a Saturday. As of right now, the trail through the preserve is open Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 8am-4pm. This is because the preserve is home to an endangered mouse, and the staff noticed it thrives during Covid closures. Understandable. No dogs on the trail for the same reason. There’s parking at the interpretive center as well as bathrooms, which were open before staff came, yay!

The trail is all sand, so after our hike I had to bang the sand out of my shoes and socks. Just a heads up.

The ocean view is gorgeous! We saw sea lions and pelicans. No whales, sadly. Definitely recommend bringing binoculars. There are several lookouts, and most of them have a bench to sit and enjoy the view.

adeliz G.

4/5

This is a cool little museum we stumbled onto. It's got some great info about Dana Points local marine life and wildlife. Including some huge whale bones, stuffed animals (taxidermy) and other interesting artifacts. They had free coloring pages for the kids. There's not an active docent but it's very small so you don't need a tour. We were the only ones there. There's also public bathrooms. There's some hiking trails with stunning views. They were closed when we went, I assume because of the rain. Its got an amazing view of the ocean from the parking lot! I think its a mist see just for the breathtaking views! We were just driving around exploring and found this little gem. Both the kids, ages 9 and 3 enjoyed the museum/nature center. We plan on visiting again for the views and hopefully a hike!

Brandon N.

4/5

Just yo the street from incredible views of the Dana point Marina and parking for a small trail. It has bathrooms and free parking. If does close at 4p tho.

Fiona B.

5/5

The sunset was so beautiful there I couldn't stop taking photos! It's a great trail to go on if you need some inspiration, meditation, or just want an excursion. I would definitely recommend this trail!