71°
Sunny
0%
67
Orange County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Doheny State Beach
25300 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point, CA 92629
California's first state beach (1931) — a mile of sand at Dana Point Harbor with a beachfront campground, the gentle Doheny surf break (mentioned in the Beach Boys' "Surfin' Safari"), and family-friendly summer concerts at the Doheny Blues Festival.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
Cool but workable
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 71. West wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 60. South wind around 5 mph.
Weather
- 71°F air — cool but workable
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 67°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
- 3.6ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
61 /100
good
47 Swim
70 Sunbathe
80 Walk
69 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
71°F
Sunny
Wind
5 to 10 mph
W
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
Tomorrow
72°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
67°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
11:09 PM
5.6 ft · in 1.7h
Wave Height
3.6 ft
15s · SSW swell
Water Quality
Clean
10 cfu/100mL · Fecal Coliform
USGS · sampled 5mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:41 AM
Sunset
10:56 PM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:14 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 12:57 PM | High | 3.4 ft |
| 4:48 PM | Low | 2.7 ft |
| 11:09 PM | High | 5.6 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
72°
Mostly Sunny
0%
75
71°
Partly Sunny
1%
67
70°
Mostly Cloudy
0%
60
70°
Mostly Sunny
1%
67
70°
Mostly Sunny
0%
67
71°
Mostly Sunny
0%
67
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen clear day + warm temps
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 67°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Minor
1:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Major
5:20 AM - 7:20 AM
Minor
10:50 AM - 11:50 AM
Major
5:40 PM - 7:40 PM
Beach Info
Parking
State park lot, paid daily.
Dogs
Dogs allowed leashed in the campground and on the bike path. Prohibited on the beach.
Entry Fee
State beach parking $15/day; camping $40-90/night.
Address
25300 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point, CA 92629
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Doheny State Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Doheny State Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Doheny State Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed leashed in the campground and on the bike path. Prohibited on the beach.
Is there an entry fee at Doheny State Beach?
State beach parking $15/day; camping $40-90/night.
Are there lifeguards at Doheny State Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Doheny State Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Doheny State Beach?
Amenities at Doheny State Beach include lifeguards, campground, restrooms, showers, snack bar, volleyball, picnic area.
When is the water warmest at Doheny State Beach?
The Pacific is cold. Southern California (San Diego to Santa Barbara) peaks in August at 65-72°F. Central and Northern California stay in the upper 50s to low 60s year-round. Oregon and Washington rarely exceed 60°F. Wetsuits are common.
Where is Doheny State Beach located?
Doheny State Beach is in Orange County, CA, at 25300 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point, CA 92629.
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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS