Headlands Conservation Area

For a quiet, reflective experience, the Dana Point Headlands Conservation Area offers stunning coastal trails and a serene connection to nature. This 60-acre preserve protects a rare coastal bluff ecosystem and provides visitors with over three miles of walking paths. As you hike, you are rewarded with breathtaking, elevated views of the Dana Point Harbor, Strand Beach, and the endless Pacific Ocean. The trails are home to native coastal sage scrub and other plants, making it an excellent spot for birdwatching and observing local wildlife.

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