"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
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WHALE WATCHING CRUISE SPECIAL: NEWPORT LANDING
"Laguna Beach & Newport Beach Year-Round Whale Watching!"
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!
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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
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OF THE MASTERS July 7 - August 31, 2012
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
2012 Pageant of the Masters Tickets Now!
FESTIVAL OF ARTS July 1 - August 31, 2012
July through August. California's oldest and most prestigious art
show. Featuring 150 of Southern Californina's most prestigious artists.
July 1 - August 31, 2012. Exhibits open 10:30am - 11:30 pm daily.
Art demonstrations, workshops, entertainment, food. 949-494-1145
SAWDUST ART FESTIVAL WINTER FANTASY November 19 - December 11, 2011
The 2011 Winter Fantasy will feature the fine art and craft of over
170 exhibitors four weekends November 19-December 11 on the Sawdust
Art Festival grounds. Open weekends only from 10am-6pm. 949-494-3030.
SAWDUST ART FESTIVAL SUMMER SHOW June 29 - September 2, 2012
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 29 - September
2, 2012. Open daily 10am-10pm; 949-494-3030
ART-A-FAIR 2012 Show Dates June 29 - September 2, 2012
Fine art and master crafts by more than 150 winners of a national
juried competition. General hours of operation are Sunday through
Thursday from 10am - 9pm AND Friday & Saturday from 10am -10pm.
949-494-4514
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
Paddle Board Lessons
Laguna
Beach Paddle Board Lessons
Our stand-up paddle board lesson in Laguna Beach is so much more than just a lesson; it is a guided tour of North Laguna and its breathtaking coastline. You will meet your instructor at one of the best kept secrets in Laguna Beach, Fisherman's Cove. Here you will have a 15 minute orientation on the beach. Your instructor will teach you six different paddling techniques, including prone, kneeling and stand-up. After brief instruction on the sand, you will grab your stand-up paddle board (SUP) and head into the water to begin your aquatic adventure!
>>>Laguna Beach Paddle Board
Lessons Rates & Availability
Guided Bike Tours
Laguna
Beach Guided Bike Tours
Our 2 hour Backroads Laguna Bike Tour is the best way to see what makes Laguna Beach so special: charming, bucolic neighborhoods, deep canyons filled with coastal shrubbery, dramatic beach parks with amazing promontories, and public art throughout the landscape. See the places only locals get to see. Our 24 speed mountain bikes are the best way to tour the gentle hillside community.
>>>Laguna Beach Paddle Board
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
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 Click Here for Aliso Creek
Inn Reservations
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.
Guided Bike Tours
"Laguna Beach & Newport Beach Year-Round Whale Watching!"
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Beach Surfing Lessons
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