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Dana Point Harbor (Doheny)

Very mellow, protected wave inside Dana Point Harbor. Perfect for absolute beginners and kids. Rarely gets overhead.

Beach break inside harbor

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Best Conditions

Swell Direction

S, SW

Swell Size

1–4 ft

Tide

any tide

Wind

light

Season

summer

Skill Level

Beginner

Location

County

Orange County

Region

South Orange County

Coordinates

33.4601, -117.6873

NOAA Buoy

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