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California’s First State Beach and the Surf-Side Café That Carries Its Name

In 1931, an oil tycoon named Edward L. Doheny donated 41 acres of his oceanfront property to the State of California. That gift created California’s first official state beach, and […]

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Date: 05.14.2026 Category: A250 Blog

Not a Snack Shack: What Beachfront Dining Actually Looks Like at Doheny in Dana Point

Beach food has a reputation. Overpriced burgers, soggy fries, and limited options that feel more like an afterthought than a real dining experience. Most people bring a cooler for a […]

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Date: 04.16.2026 Category: Blog

California’s First State Beach and the Corps That Built Its Campgrounds

As we celebrate the United States’ 250th anniversary, the America250 initiative invites us to honor the workers who made our favorite beaches more than just stretches of sand. At Doheny […]

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Date: 04.03.2026 Category: A250 Blog