Description
The Oceanfront Boardwalk begins in West Newport Beach at the end of 38th Street and runs nearly 3 miles down the Balboa Peninsula. Along the way, trail-goers will find restaurants, dory fishermen, upscale beachfront housing, and views of ocean and sand. Highlights of the trail include the historic Balboa Pier, constructed more than 100 years ago, and the Newport Pier, overlooking a beautiful beach. The popular trail is typically thronged with walkers and riders, so be prepared for a relaxing, slow-speed saunter through the scenery.
Parking and Trail Access
Take the Pacific Coast Highway to Orange St. in Newport Beach. Turn beachward to find parking. The West Newport Park runs along PCH from the Santa Ana River to 57th St. There is free on-street parking along Seashore Dr. and paid parking in a series of city lots. Take the bike lane 1.4 miles down Seashore Dr. to 38th St. and the start of the trail. (Parking on the Balboa Peninsula is not recommeded as it's limited and highly contested.)
No better ride on the planet!
By
pdpd10@netzero.net
in
June, 2012
Stop for a Balboa Bar just at the end of the Newport Pier. Be prepared to ride 8 mph :-) You need a bike bell to let traffic know you're coming. Not too busy today. 10-11 a.m. ride on Wednesday in June.
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TRIKES ON THE TRAIL: The Oceanfront Trail, Newport Beach, CA
By
trailbear
in
February, 2011
TRIKES ON THE TRAIL: The Oceanfront Trail, Newport Beach, CA
2/12/2011
It’s warm, it’s sunny, it’s Saturday. Today the TrailBear and his faithful three wheeled companion, Rover X5, are unloading over in West Newport Beach at Orange St. (GE: 33.628114° ...
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