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Bride and groom at their sweetheart table during toasts at their Chart House Dana Point wedding

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Chart House Dana Point

Region
Orange County
City
Dana Point
Setting
Indoor & Outdoor
Capacity
Address
34442 Street of the Green Lantern, Dana Point, CA 92629
Email
Phone
(949) 493-1183

This coastal venue sits atop a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean and offers various spaces for wedding receptions and rehearsal dinners. Options include the Aloha Room for indoor dining or the Dana Point Outdoor Room which features a garden-like setting.

Chart House Dana Point sits on a bluff overlooking the harbor, offering a coastal atmosphere that feels both established and relaxed. The venue provides a blend of indoor and outdoor settings suitable for a variety of wedding styles. For your celebration, the layout allows for a seamless flow between spaces, moving from the ceremony lawn to the dining areas for the reception. The venue can accommodate up to 200 guests, and the catering includes essentials like plates, napkins, and flatware, with platters prepared fresh to maintain flavor.

From a photography perspective, the location offers excellent natural lighting. Because the ceremony lawn faces south, you can capture soft backlighting during the earlier parts of the day without harsh shadows. The grounds provide several spots for portraits, allowing you to stay on-site for most of the day. For a change of scenery, the nearby harbor offers a distinct backdrop for additional photos after the main festivities conclude.

Good to know

Planning at Chart House Dana Point

The rules and logistics that shape the day, pulled from the venue's own guidelines, so there are no surprises on the timeline.

Event ends

Music until

Music must end by 4:00PM

Getting ready

Parking

Large parking lot

Rain plan

Vendors

Catering provided by venue

Must use

Approved & preferred

House rules

Permits & access

Permits

Best time to go

Getting there

Last checked 2026-10-04 from the venue's own information. Rules change, so always confirm details with the venue before you book.

from behind the camera

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