South Strands Conservation Park

A paved pathway along South Strands Conservation Park with a metal railing on the left side, bordered by grass and palm trees. Buildings are visible in the distance near the coastline, with the ocean to the left and clear skies above.

About

Please no dogs on Switchback Trail or Beach Revetment Trail

The South Strands Conservation Park is located above Strands Beach and is an excellent place to take a stroll and enjoy the sunset. Dogs are allowed on the walking path above the beach.

Curved paved walkway with a green railing overlooking the ocean, lined with palm trees and grassy areas under a clear blue sky. — South-1.jpg

Open black metal gate between two stone pillars leading to a descending walkway. Lush green plants surround the entrance, with clear blue sky visible in the background. — South-2.jpg

Strands Beach with gentle waves washing ashore, rocky cliff on the left, and a person walking near the water under a bright blue sky. — South-3.jpg

Concrete walkway running alongside a rocky barrier on Strands Beach, with ocean waves on the right and houses on the left under a clear blue sky. — South-4.jpg

Stone and wood pergola structure over a paved pathway, surrounded by greenery and trees in a landscaped park setting under clear skies. — South-5.jpg

Concrete restroom building with blue doors and angled roof, surrounded by trash bins and railings, overlooking the ocean under a clear blue sky. — South-6.jpg

Concrete restroom building with blue doors and angled roof, surrounded by trash bins and railings, overlooking the ocean under a clear blue sky. — South-7.jpg

Sign reading “Dana Point Marine Protected Area” with rules prohibiting collecting tidepool animals, shells, or rocks, and listing guidelines for responsible behavior, mounted near Strands Beach. — South-8.jpg

Curved staircase with tan brick walls leading up a hillside, bordered by green metal railings, with trash bins and rocky landscaping in the foreground under clear blue skies. — South-9.jpg

Brown informational sign mounted on black posts near a metal fence, displaying park rules and guidelines under the heading “City of Dana Point.” — South-10.jpg

Curved paved walkway with green metal railing overlooking the ocean, lined with palm trees and shrubs, under a clear blue sky. — South-11.jpg

Straight paved pathway bordered by tall dry shrubs and a wire fence on the right, leading uphill under a clear blue sky. — South-12.jpg

Concrete stairway with metal railings descending through landscaped greenery toward the ocean, with several people walking and houses visible on the right under a clear blue sky. — South-13.jpg

Straight paved pathway bordered by tall dry shrubs and a wire fence on the right, leading uphill under a clear blue sky. — South-14.jpg

Straight paved pathway bordered by tall dry shrubs and a wire fence on the right, leading uphill under a clear blue sky. — South-15.jpg

Concrete walkway running parallel to a rocky barrier on Strands Beach, with ocean waves on the right and steep cliffs in the background under a clear blue sky. — South-16.jpg

Curved paved pathway with green metal railing overlooking the ocean, bordered by dry shrubs, with a clear view of the coastline and blue water under a bright sky. — South-17.jpg

Small building surrounded by trees and landscaping, located near a paved road with a red curb, under a clear blue sky with hills in the background. — South-18.jpg

Entrance to a pathway framed by two stone pillars with circular plaques, leading uphill through landscaped greenery, with houses on both sides under a clear blue sky. — South-19.jpg

Concrete picnic table with benches on a paved area overlooking the ocean, surrounded by a green metal fence and a tall palm tree under a clear blue sky. — South-20.jpg

Two people sitting on benches facing the ocean, on a paved lookout area with a metal railing, under a clear blue sky with calm water in the background. — South-21.jpg

Curved paved pathway with green metal railing overlooking the ocean, bordered by dry shrubs, with coastline and blue water visible under a clear sky. — South-22.jpg

Blue sign on a gray brick wall with beach access rules for Dana Point. Lists prohibited items like pets, bicycles, smoking, and glass containers, along with surveillance notice. — South-23.jpg

Concrete ramp leading to Strands Beach with trash bins on the left. Ocean waves in the background with a few people near the shoreline under a clear blue sky. — South-24.jpg

Gated stairway with metal railings leading up between stone walls. A sign on the gate reads “Coastal Access” with hours listed, and greenery visible at the top under bright sunlight. — South-25.jpg

Rocky shoreline with large boulders along Strands Beach. Gentle ocean waves under a clear blue sky, with a few people visible near the water in the distance. — South-26.jpg

Concrete walkway running parallel to Strands beach with large rocks along the edge. People are sitting on the beach, and houses are visible on the left with a bluff in the distance. — South-27.jpg

View from a hillside showing a wooden stairway leading down to Strands Beach. Ocean waves in the background under a clear blue sky, with some greenery and a grassy area near the stairs. — South-28.jpg

Concrete stairway with tan brick walls winding uphill through dry shrubs. The stairs curve slightly and lead toward a clear blue sky, with a metal fence visible at the top. — South-29.jpg

Wooden boardwalk running along Strands Beach with ocean waves on the right. Green hillside on the left and a distant bluff under a clear blue sky. — South-30.jpg

Concrete walkway along Strands Beach with large rocks on the right and a metal fence on the left. A wooden post in the foreground has signs, and a bluff is visible in the distance under clear skies. — South-31.jpg

Stone pillar with two metal signs reading “Coastal Access” and listing hours and rules. Rules include no dogs, skateboards, bicycles, alcohol, smoking, or trespassing beyond sidewalks. — South-32.jpg

Curved paved trail along a coastal bluff with wire fencing on the right. Signs on the fence read “No Dogs” and “Please Remain on Trail,” overlooking the ocean under a clear blue sky. — South-33.jpg

Concrete stairway descending between white brick walls with metal railings. Lush green plants line both sides, and rooftops with ocean visible in the background under clear skies. — South-34.jpg

Concrete landing with metal railings leading down to a Strands Beach. Ocean waves in the background under a clear blue sky, with a few people sitting near the shoreline. — South-35.jpg

Curved paved path descending toward Strands Beach with a metal fence on the left. Ocean waves and coastline stretch into the distance under a clear blue sky. — South-36.jpg

Person opening a black metal gate along a paved path overlooking the ocean. Green grass in the foreground and clear blue sky in the background. — South-37.jpg

Paved walkway bordered by a green metal fence on the left and grass on the right. Palm trees line the path, with ocean views in the background under a clear blue sky. — South-38.jpg

Steep paved path leading down toward the ocean, bordered by tall green metal fences on both sides. Two people are visible near the bottom, with clear blue water and sky in the background. — South-39.jpg

Blue sign reading “City of Dana Point – Welcome to Strand Vista Park” with park rules listed below. Surrounded by greenery, with ocean visible in the background under clear skies. — South-40.jpg

Location

Pacific Coast Hwy & Selva Road, Dana Point, CA 92629 View Map

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Features

Benches
Grassy Area
Lit Paths
Picnic Tables
Public Restrooms
Scenic Views
Trail Type: Concrete
Trash Cans
Water Fountains

Hours

7:00AM – Sunset

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