Southern California Hike with Ocean Views - Beginner and Family Friendly

The hike is a drive up the hill that overlooks the Pacific Ocean.

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On the right of the visitor center, is the gate to enter the beautiful trail!

If you see this gate entrance, you are in the right place!

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See the beautiful views!

(at the visitor center)

This hike is great for beginners and families with toddlers! My kids are 2 and 5 years old and they loved it! It is a beginners hike with ocean views. It is also a fairly short hike!

Dana Point Headlands Conservation

34558 Scenic Drive Dana Point, CA 92629