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Tour Park City
This mountain community is home to three world class ski resorts and hosted several alpine venues of the 2002 Winter Olympics. The historic district is a bustling year-round draw for vacationers.

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Tour Dana Point Marina
Truly one of the most beautiful man-made harbor in California. There is a lot to do along the beach, marina, adjacent shops and restaurants and the assortment of local attractions. The harbor and adjacent city were named after Richard Henry Dana, author of Two Years Before The Mast.

Capistrano Beach
35005 Beach Road, Capo Beach, CA 92675; (949)923-2280; Beach Website;
Enjoy volleyball, basketball and other beach activities. During the summer months, a concession building offers fishing gear rental and sales, food and beverages, and beach supplies.

San Juan Hills Country Club - Public Golf Course
32120 San Juan Creek Rd, San Juan Capistrano, California 92675, Orange County; (949) 493-1167;

Marbella Golf and Country Club - Private Golf Course
31762 Rancho Viejo Road, just north of Ortega Highway. (949) 661-8971;
Marbella Country Club is a private club whose purpose is to provide a full range of golf, tennis and social facilities.

Downtown Farmers Market
Yorba Street and Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano; (858) 272-7054; City Website;
Each Wednesday, residents and visitors can enjoy purchasing fresh flowers, produce, and specialty foods at the San Juan Capistrano Farmers' Market. The market features up to 30 vendors and is held at Yorba Street and Camino Capistrano right in the heart of downtown San Juan Capistrano.



O'Neill Museum
31831 Los Rios Street, San Juan Capistrano; Museum Website;
The Garcia/Pryor residence, now known as the O'Neill Museum, was built between 1870 and 1880 by José Dolores Garcia and was one of the first frame houses in San Juan Capistrano.

South Coast Farms -
San Juan Capistranos' Organic Farm & Farmstand
32701 Alipaz St San Juan Capistrano CA 92675; (949) 661-9381; Farm Website;
The historic Joel Congdon Farm House also sits on the property and reflects the original housing for past farmers of the land. The property that the Farm resides on reflects the Citizens efforts to preserve active agricultural land from development.

Caspers Wilderness Park
33401 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675; (949)923-2210; Park Website;
8,000 acre protected wilderness preserve nestled among the river terraces and sandstone canyons of the western coastal Santa Ana Mountains. The park's many fertile valleys are overtly complemented by specimen groves of native Coastal Live Oak and magnificent stands of California Sycamore. These areas are further accentuated by seasonal wildflower displays and running streams. Wildlife is abundant and can be readily viewed from any of the parks numerous trails.

Equestrian Venues
Blenheim Equisports- 40 acres facility - Oaks/Blenheim Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park.
Camp Cookie - Western Horseback Riding - Children's summer camps
Cross Creek Cowboys - 1880s re-enactment group who authentically depict old west events, including shootouts, saloon gun battles, jail breaks, bank robberies, and train robberies.
J.F. Shea Therapeutic Riding Center - improving the lives of people with disabilities through the highest-quality therapeutic riding programs

Jones Family Mini Farm
31791 Los Rios Street, San Juan Capistrano, CA; (949) 831-6550; Farm Website;
Located in the Los Rios District one block from the train station and Historic Mission San Juan Capistrano. The Mini Farm is a remaining parcel that was part of a 2,500 acre Mexican Rancho. The "Olivares Home" in front of the property is over 100 years old.

• Pony Rides
• Petting Zoo
• Party Facility
• Mini Train Rides

Mission San Juan Capistrano "Jewel of the Missions"
PO Box 697, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92693; (949) 234-1300 (ext 315); Mission Website;
Location: Camino Capistrano and Ortega Highway; Guided Tours Available;

Mission San Juan Capistrano is the seventh mission founded November 1, 1776, by Fr. Junipero Serra. Previously established by Fr. Fermin Lasuen October 30, 1775, but abandoned because of Indian unrest at Mission San Diego. Named for St. John of Capistrano, Italy, a theologian of the 14th century. The Great Stone Church begun 1796; competed 1806; destroyed by earthquake 1812. Mission secularized 1833, sold 1845, and returned to Church 1865.

Today it is a monument to California’s multicultural history, embracing its Native American, Spanish, Mexican and European heritage. Originally built as a self sufficient community by Spanish padres and Indians, the Mission was a center for agriculture, industry, education and religion.

Annual Events at the Mission

• Return of the Swallows - March 17th (traditional) - Festivities include Pageantry, the traditional bell ringing at the sight of the first swallows, colorful entertainment, and tasty ethnic foods and live music.
• Living History Day - 2nd Sat Monthly - Take a step back in time and experience the romance of the Mission! Individuals portrayed, include Native Americans, founding padres, Soldiers or Leather jackets, Weavers and Gold Miners.
• Lincoln Celebration - Feb - The day recalls the signing of documents by President Abraham Lincoln in 1865 deeding the Mission back to the Catholic Church.
• Annual Flower & Garden Festival - This popular event, held on the lush ten-acre grounds of historic Mission San Juan Capistrano features over seventy vendors/exhibitors of flowers, plants, and garden items, as well as a variety of crafts and fine art. Music, seminars, and food round out the day, so even non-gardeners will enjoy this event!
• Summer Camps - Ceramic arts workshops
• Concert Schedule - check schedule for music by Capo Valley Symphony and other performers
• Music Under the Stars - dine and dance in the mission courtyard
• Art Exhibitions - ongoing

  Mission Flower & Garden Festival [2nd Weekend in June]
  Mission San Juan Capistrano; Festival Link;
  This popular event, held on the lush ten-acre grounds of historic Mission San Juan Capistrano features over seventy vendors/exhibitors of flowers, plants, and garden items, as well as a variety of crafts and fine art. Music, seminars, and food round out the day.

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San Juan Capistrano Youth Sports
Local sports programs including youth and adult leagues in soccer, baseball little league and travel teams, pop warner football and cheer, volleyball, basketball, golf, hockey and much more.

San Juan Capistrano Youth Groups
Young people can discover their talents and have fun through participation in local performing arts, sports, dance and ballet groups. Learn more about self-improvement opportunities with local boys and girls clubs, YMCA facilities, boy scout troops and more.

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There are lots of business and employment opportunities available in this region at the many area hotels, schools, industrial enterprises, and tourism theme parks.

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