View of San Diego Creek – Back Bay Drive loop from Newport Harbor High School

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View of San Diego Creek – Back Bay Drive loop from Newport Harbor High School

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View of San Diego Creek – Back Bay Drive loop from Newport Harbor High School

01:17

20.9km

150m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 29, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 15.6 km for 105 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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5.67 km

Back Bay Loop Trail (Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve)

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This is a smooth paved section of the Back Bay Loop Trail, approximately 2 miles (3.2k) in length along the north side of the Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve.

Running …

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10.5 km

View of San Diego Creek

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this viewpoint on the Mountains to Sea Trail, adjacent to Eastbluff Drive, you get a nice view over San Diego Creek. This is a great spot to pause and …

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10.7 km

Back Bay Drive

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This is a delightful stretch of road that goes along the Back Bay.

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14.8 km

Upper Newport Bay Ecological Reserve views

Highlight • Viewpoint

Cycling along Black Bay Drive, overlooking Upper Newport Bay Ecological Reserve, unveils stunning vistas of the estuary. Riders may spot diverse bird species like egrets and herons, while enjoying panoramic …

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17.3 km

View of Newport Harbor from Harbor House

Highlight • Viewpoint

The bridge crosses San Diego Creek, providing views of Newport Bay (also known as Newport Harbor). The area is known for its upmarket marinas, along with the Newport Center shopping and entertainment district, overlooking the bay.

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20.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.9 km

3.18 km

2.99 km

753 m

Surfaces

11.1 km