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Check out the 5th Annual Halibut Derby! Last year's Jackpot reached over $5,900!

ABOUT DANA WHARF

Dedicated to helping locals and visitors alike enjoy the unique wonders of Dana Point Harbor and the Orange County coastline, Dana Wharf hopes for the privilege of escorting you on an awe-inspiring whale watching cruise or providing you with a memorable fishing adventure. The warm waters right out of Dana Point Harbor are flourishing with sea life including whales, dolphin, harbor seals, and California sea lion. Our thriving coastal waters provide bountiful fishing of sand bass, calico bass, halibut, bonito, yellowtail, yellowfin tuna, bluefin tuna, albacore, and dorado.

Whether coming to Dana Point for fishing or whale watching, or privately chartering one of our fishing or whale watching boats, our catamaran, or our sailboats, one thing is for certain; your trip through the beautiful and scenic Orange County coast will be unforgettable.

Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching is conveniently located in Dana Point, Orange County. We're located just south of Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, and Laguna Beach. If you're unfamiliar with the Orange County, Newport Beach, or Dana Point areas, we're located about 30 minutes south of Disneyland and one hour south of Los Angeles and an hour north of San Diego.

 

 

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Advance purchase strongly suggested. Trips often sell out in advance.

Orange County Fishing and Whale WatchingCheck availability and buy tickets online:
Dana Point Fishing and Whale Watching
Or to purchase by phone, call Zerve at
(888) 224-0603

**Check out our viral videos on YouTube with over 8 million views**

Check out video of "Hook" - the famous whale with the famous tail here!



• Tuesdays are 1/2 price all year on both fishing and whale watching!
• Join us for our Father's Day Dinner Cruise aboard the Dana Pride June 16th 6:30pm-8:30pm!
• Join us for one of our 4th of July Fireworks Dinner Cruise or our 4th of July Fireworks Display Cruises!
• Try the Orange County Wine Cruise. 5:30pm - 7:00pm Fridays/Sundays!
• Remember Kids Fish Free every Sunday! Try the Kids Fishing Clinic too!
LIVE Music Cruises Saturday Nights only $15 includes 1 complimentary Welcome Cocktail!
• Sign up now for our Kids Fishing Camp this summer, spots are filling up quickly! Be sure to join the Kids Fishing Club for discounts and exclusive events!
• Be sure to sign up for our email club for great discounts!

SPORTFISHING

Check availability and buy tickets below! Please buy fishing licenses ahead of time by clicking here.

  • 3/4 Day Fishing
    These 9-hour trips will fish locally off the coast. These trips depart 6:00am - 3:00pm.
    Adults - $64
    Seniors- $59
    Children - $46
    *Please note the departure time will change to 6:00am starting March 11th.


  • Halibut Derby-See Who Won This Year!
    The derby has concluded for this year, check out the winner! This 9-hour trip specifically targets halibut by drifting. Entry into the Derby is included on these trips!

  • 1/2 Day Fishing
    This 5-hour trip is perfect for families and fish locally off the coast.
    Adults - $46
    Seniors- $41
    Children - $29

  • Twilight Fishing
    This 4-hour trip fishes locally off the coast in the evenings.

    $29 Per Person


  • All Day Fishing
    The Fury runs all day trips to Catalina. 5:00am - 5:00pm
    Trips March-October
    Adults - $75
    Seniors/Military- $65
    Children-$55


  • Overnight Fishing
    Overnight trips with select dates NOW available, for more information on scheduling see calendar below or please call (949)496-5794.

Check the calendar
of all our trips here!

Catch and Release
Dana Wharf practices responsible fishing. Please practice catch and release fishing!

Kids Rock At
Dana Wharf!

Kids Club Membership

Coolest Club
of the Sea

Membership Includes:

  • Free 1/2 day Fishing Trip for 1 child and 1 adult
  • Free 2-Hour Whale Watching Trip
  • Official Kid's Club Pin & Membership Card
  • Kids Club T-Shirt or Hat
  • 25% off all Merchandise*
  • $10 off all Kids's Prices on 1/2 & 3/4 day Fishing Trips*
  • $10 off all Kid's Prices on Whale Watching Excursions

Join Today for Only $39!

Bring Your Friends!

Membership not required for these activities:

free kids fishing clinic
and trip:


Every Sunday! 12-12:30pm
Free clinic held dockside. No reservations needed.

Every Sunday! 12:45-5:15pm
Free fishing trip. Rental gear included. Reservations required as space is limited. One free child per paying adult.

Camps:
After school and summer camps available.

Tournaments
Fish to Win in our kids tournaments.

Free Award Certificates
For your school or youth organization

WHALE WATCHING

Blue Whale Season is here! We had a record breaking Gray Whale Season this year with over 549 Gray Whales in comparison to the record last year of 492! In addition to Blue Whales we are seeing Minke Whales, Fin Whales, Humpback Whales & 3 types of Dolphins!
Blue Whales:

Whaling in the 1900’s caused a severe decline in the blue whale population along the Pacific coast of the United States. Once hunting was banned, the blue whale population has slowly started to recover. Before whaling was commercialized, blue whale numbers along the Pacific were estimated to be around 200,000. Today, the blue whale population around the world is estimated to be around 12,000. Approximately 2,000 blue whales call the Pacific coast their home. The blue whale is listed as endangered by the IUCN Red List. These majestic Blue Whales are the largest mammal on earth and can grow to over 100 feet long. All of our cruises are narrated by our expert captains who will educate you on the abundant ocean life on our coast.

**We had a wonderful turnout this year of our famous Art Lessons in the Wild with famed marine artist, Wyland! Click here for more information on this activity and to learn how you can win a private whale watching charter with Wyland!

2-Hour Whale Watching Adventure Cruise
Trips depart daily!
10:00am - 12:00pm
12:00pm - 2:00pm
2:00pm - 4:00pm
5:00pm-7:00pm SPECIAL $25 per person (5pm Only)
Adults - $45
Seniors (55+) - $35
Kids (3-12) - $25
2 and under are FREE!

**Times may vary. Please call or look online to verify times.
Join us as we search for whales, dolphin, sea lion and other exciting marine life! All of our cruises are narrated by our expert captains who will educate you on the abundant ocean life on our coast. Trips are all 2 hours long, plenty of time to discover the world that lies beneath! Remember that sightings are guaranteed! If you don't see A GOOD SHOWING of whales or dolphin, you will get your ticket back and are invited to come out again with us! These "whale checks" never expire.