Tail of a California gray
Whale watch season in Dana Point is at about the halfway point, continuing through the end of April. I suspect that the whales are doing a lot more watching than the people are — or at least a lot more scrutinous watching.
From Dana Wharf Sport Fishing & Whale Watchingf:
Gray Whale Season is here and will run through the end of April! Each winter, the Pacific Gray Whales pass by Dana Point, many believe that Dana Point is a landmark on their journey. After spending the summer feeding in the food-rich waters of the arctic, the Grays swim south along the coast to the bays of Baja California, where they mate and nurse their young. Along the way they pass Dana Wharf, where you can witness the annual winter journey. We saw 272 Gray Whales last season!
Dana Wharf Sportfishing
These excursions are always thrilling and exhilarating. The experience is as filled with awe as everyone describes.
Dana Point Harbor holds the Festival of Whales — in its 40th year, running March 5 & 6 and 12 & 13 — with all kinds of whale related activities. And it conveniently coincides with Orange County Restaurant Week!
Along with Dana Wharf, find whale watching opportunities at:
And just about when the last of the grays make their way down the coast, the blue whales pay a visit starting in May!
Blue Whale Safari
