The latest atmospheric river storm to move through Southern California brought heavy rain and mudslides but also something unique for residents, especially those in Orange County.
The heavy rain produced the rare spectacle of Dana Point Falls, a “waterfall” that only graces the upscale coastal community after significant rainfall.
While it looks like a waterfall, the Dana Point Falls is stormwater runoff. The runoff water is funneled down from homes and businesses to the city’s Lantern District through concrete pipes and is eventually discharged over the cliff near Baby Beach in the harbor, the Orange County Register reported.
Regardless, people visit the area since the waterfall surrounded by lush greenery gives the illusion of a tropical oasis in Hawaii rather than normal stormwater runoff in Southern California.
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The waterfall runs along the top of the city’s Bluff Top Trail , a 0.2-mile walk along the Dana Point Bluffs. Those who make the journey can also enjoy views of the Dana Point Harbor.