- Our list of the best things to do in Lake Forest, California, features the top 716 nearby activities — including 280 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Lake Forest, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Sports & Fitness, and Amusement.
- The results below include the top 21 things to do within the city of Lake Forest, CA , followed by 695 popular activities in nearby cities, including Laguna Beach, Newport Beach, Anaheim, Dana Point, Huntington Beach, San Clemente, Orange, Irvine, Garden Grove, Buena Park, Laguna Hills, San Juan Capistrano, Fullerton, Westminster, Santa Ana, Costa Mesa, Chino Hills, La Habra, Fountain Valley, Mission Viejo, Lake Elsinore, Brea, Aliso Viejo, Cypress, Seal Beach, Tustin, Laguna Niguel, Norco, Rancho Santa Margarita, Yorba Linda, Corona, Placentia, Chino, Riverside, Diamond Bar, La Mirada, Los Angeles, Oceanside, Menifee, Joshua Tree, Murrieta and Perris
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12.5 Miles
A small, clean white sand beach, Dana Strand Beach offers impressive views, often of the dolphins who live in the nearby waters. The beach is a popular surfing spot, and is patrolled by lifeguards.
12.6 Miles
66%
439 votes
Del Obispo and Pacific Coast Highway, Dana Point, CA 92629
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At Doheny State Beach, visitors can go swimming, surfing, hiking, biking, fishing, and geocaching. The location also offers access to interpretive exhibits, a visitor center, exhibits, and a picnic area.
12.6 Miles
From Balboa Pier, visitors can spot seagulls, pelicans, and seals in the water below. Visitors can fish with the locals or enjoy a meal at the end of the pier at Ruby's Diner.
12.6 Miles
The Velvet Lounge an LGBT owned and operated restaurant that features a patio, a lounge area, nightly entertainment, a dance floor, and drink specials. The restaurant offers brunch and shows during dinner.
12.7 Miles
Offering ocean views, Lantern Bay Park features a wedding ceremony area and open green space alongside patches of trees. The park provides paved paths, picnic tables, barbecue grills, a children's playground, a basketball court and restroom facilities.
12.7 Miles
Heritage Park lies along the ocean shore, sitting atop a small bluff and offering scenic views along with picnic areas. The park also features a dog park area and hosts a summer concert series each year.
12.8 Miles
Named for the calm waters, Baby Beach offers a no wake zone with buoys marking the protected swim area. Kayaking and paddle boarding are popular activities. Lifeguards are seasonal. Parking is free.
12.8 Miles
97%
800 votes
24440 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629
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Capt. Dave's Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari is located in Southern California, where there are more dolphins and blue whales than anywhere else. Use the eye-to-eye viewing pod to go under water during the whale watch without getting wet.
12.8 Miles
The Ocean Institute features 61 immersion-style programs that offer guests the chance to learn about marine science and the environment. The location offers access to a gift shop for those who wish to purchase souvenirs.
12.8 Miles
Located at the Ocean Institute, The Pilgrim is a full-size replica of the ship that was featured in Richard Henry Dana, Jr.'s Two Years Before the Mast. The location hosts theatrical and musical performances during the summer season.