Newport Boat Show
See the West’s Biggest, Most Luxurious Yachts in the Water at Newport Beach Southern Californians will get a rare opportunity to step aboard and compare nearly 250 of the West’s largest and most luxurious big boats and yachts April 18-21,... (Continue reading)
Diver’s Cove Beach
Diver’s Cove Beach in Laguna Beach is set at the bottom of a cliff with rocks jutting out from the shoreline where waves slam in the pounding surf. Beware! It is beautiful to look at but dangerous with strong rip... (Continue reading)
The Ocean Institute
More than 110,000 kindergarten through high school students, along with 8,000 teachers annually, participate in the Ocean Institute’s 61 award-winning immersion style programs. Located in the Dana Point Harbor, the Ocean Institute has become nationally known for its hands-on marine... (Continue reading)
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Stand up paddle boarding, also known as SUP or paddle surfing is a fun, easy way to go play on the water. With a minimum of equipment, you can paddle anything from ocean surf to lakes and rivers—no waves required.... (Continue reading)
Jet Skiing In OC
For a thrill like no other, jump on a jet ski and cruise the open waters at speeds that can exceed 50 mph? Although jet skiing doesn’t actually involve skis, they do operate on a skiing premise as they glide... (Continue reading)
Sailing In Orange County
Sailing is a great family getaway activity where you can simply kick back and cruise or enjoy a picnic while taking in views of the beautiful coastline and enjoying your time away from the ‘mainland’. Or, you can work it!... (Continue reading)
Kayaking In Orange County
For a unique view of Southern California’s magnificent coastline and to see the beach from the Pacific Ocean where nature puts on a daily show, go kayaking! Some of the most spectacular views are seen from a kayak, and as... (Continue reading)
Tidepooling in Orange County
Some of the most extreme habitats on earth are tide pools, shallow pools of water that form when the ocean tide goes out, revealing an amazing array of sea creatures. The wildlife found in tide pools, such as tiny crabs... (Continue reading)
Orange County Fishing
Ocean fishing is like no other because you never know what you’re going to pull up! Travel several miles offshore in a deep sea fishing boat, cast off, and see what the catch of the day can be! Halibut, yellowtail,... (Continue reading)
ExplorOcean: Marine Museum
ExplorOcean/ The Newport Harbor Nautical Museum was founded in 1986 by a core group of Newport Beach residents along with generous support from the Harry and Grace Steele Foundation. For the past 25 years, the organization has been dedicated to... (Continue reading)

