DANA POINT

Historical Landmark

Description:
Named for Richard Henry Dana, author of Two Years Before the Mast, who visited here in 1835. El Embarcadero, the cove below, was used by hide vessels trading with Mission San Juan Capistrano. This trade reached its peak in 1830-1840. In 1818 pirate Hipolito Bouchard, flying an Argentine flag, anchored his fleet here while raiding the mission.

Registration Date: 6/20/1935

Location:
City: Dana Point
County: Orange

Directions:
Ken Sampson Overview, S of the Blue Lantern at Santa Clara Ave, Dana Point

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