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San Diego Creek views – Back Bay Loop Trail loop from Newport Harbor High School

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Road cycling routes
United States
California
Orange County
Costa Mesa

San Diego Creek views – Back Bay Loop Trail loop from Newport Harbor High School

Moderate

4.9

(8260)

10,407

riders

San Diego Creek views – Back Bay Loop Trail loop from Newport Harbor High School

02:42

54.7km

490m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 10, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 15.9 km for 172 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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2.58 km

San Diego Creek views

Highlight • Cycleway

Cycling along San Diego Creek from Irvine Avenue offers a mellow ride with views of the creek. Riders might spot common waterfowl like ducks and herons, and perhaps catch a …

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2

2.66 km

Back Bay Loop Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Paved trail, about 3.5km (or 2.2mi) in length, on the north side of the Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve. It starts/ends on Irvine Ave and Jamboree, takes you away from the busy roads and offers great views.

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3

9.20 km

San Joaquin Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary, located in Irvine, encompasses 300 acres of restored coastal freshwater wetlands. A haven for birdwatchers, it hosts diverse bird species and offers educational programs.

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4

33.1 km

Laguna Coast Wilderness Park

Highlight • Natural

Dive into the natural splendor of Laguna Coast Wilderness Park, nestled within the last coastal canyons of Southern California. Traverse forty miles of trails winding through oak and sycamore woodlands, …

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5

43.2 km

Coastal view

Highlight • Viewpoint

Best going south, with the Pacific on your near side, you can enjoy great views as you go along.

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6

45.3 km

Crystal Cove State Park

Highlight • Beach

Crystal Cove State Park, captivates visitors with its pristine beaches, tide pools, and rugged coastal bluffs. A haven for outdoor enthusiasts, it offers hiking trails, historical cottages, and stunning ocean views, making it a cherished natural escape for anyone.

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7

51.9 km

Newport Bay

Highlight • Beach

Newport Bay is also known as Newport Harbor. It is a picturesque coastal inlet in Southern California and famous for its upscale waterfront homes, marinas, and vibrant boating scene.

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8

52.4 km

Newport Bay

Highlight • Beach

Newport Bay is also known as Newport Harbor. It is a picturesque coastal inlet in Southern California and famous for its upscale waterfront homes, marinas, and vibrant boating scene.

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54.7 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

36.1 km

8.92 km

6.59 km

1.83 km

626 m

625 m

Surfaces

42.8 km

11.1 km

700 m

165 m

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Comments

July 9, 2022,Laguna Canyon Newport Coast
With Palle. Nice cruise down the canyon with No Cars from El Toro to Sawdust Festival. Downed power lines across the road caused cops to block cars, but allowed cyclists through. It made that stretch of road much more enjoyable.
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