Strand Vista Park offers an awesome view of the ocean, and of the magnificent houses costing upwards of $15 million. We stopped off to watch the sunset, and were able to find a parking spot facing the vista. The lot is a good size and parking is free. Like many people there, we backed in and waited for sunset. We ended up walking the sidewalk path, which can be done with a stroller, and even down the steps to the beach. There are a lot of steps to get down, but there is a cable car/inclined elevator for persons with disabilities (Strand Beach Funicular Cable Car Access). At a minimum, the funicular will be open to the public during daylight hours on weekends, holidays year-round, and every day beginning Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. The Funicular may also be used by families, or for bringing down beach gear, but for further information see the Dana Point website. Bathrooms are available here as well. This location offers an easy stage for yet another romantic, or breathtaking sunset. Get out a chair, slow down, and take in the red and orange hues of the setting sun. We weren’t disappointed, and neither would you.