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Back Bay Drive – Back Bay Loop Trail loop from Irvine

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Back Bay Drive – Back Bay Loop Trail loop from Irvine

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Back Bay Drive – Back Bay Loop Trail loop from Irvine

02:49

48.4km

210m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 22, 2026

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Start point

Train Station

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6.44 km

San Diego Creek

Highlight • River

San Diego Creek is a 16-mile urban river that empties into Upper Newport Bay in Orange County. It follows Irvine's extensive system of trails and bike lanes, flowing through industrial …

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8.96 km

Woodbridge North Lake Path

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Cycleway alongside the North Lake and through the neighborhood in Woodbridge. Crosses Barranca Parkway over a bridge.

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19.9 km

Back Bay Drive

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

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

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24.1 km

Upper Newport Bay Ecological Reserve views

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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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24.9 km

Back Bay Loop Trail

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The Back Bay Loop Trail offers a 10.5-mile scenic route around Upper Newport Bay. The well-signed trail passes through landmarks like Upper Castaways Park, Peter and Mary Muth Interpretive Center, …

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28.9 km

View of Upper Newport Bay Estuary

Highlight • Viewpoint

Take in some pretty sweet views across San Diego Creek along this lovely section of low traffic / no traffic MUP connecting Newport Bay to Irvine.

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30.1 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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33.7 km

View of San Joaquin Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary

Highlight • Lake

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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48.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

47.2 km

707 m

269 m

250 m

Surfaces

27.6 km

20.8 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Tuesday 26 May

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Back Bay Drive – Back Bay Loop Trail loop from Irvine

San Diego Creek

Woodbridge North Lake Path

Back Bay Drive

Upper Newport Bay Ecological Reserve views

Back Bay Loop Trail

View of Upper Newport Bay Estuary

View of San Diego Creek

View of San Joaquin Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary

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