BEACHES & parks

Newport Beach prides itself on pristine California beaches with 10 miles of coastline for surfing, swimming, or sunbathing that easily rank among the best California beaches. Millions of people visit Newport Beach annually and enjoy the sand, pier, ocean, and boardwalk.

Watch a monstrous surf at The Wedge or enjoy a warm fire at Corona del Mar State Beach. A more recreational beach is Upper Newport Bay Beach with a 10.5-mile Back Bay Loop Trail that offers fantastic terrain for hiking and biking. No matter which beach you visit, you’ll be satisfied, thirteen Newport Beach beaches have received a 5-star rating by the Natural Resources Defense Council with Newport Municipal Beach taking top honors.

Newport Beach has dozens of parks with play equipment, baseball/softball diamonds, and basketball courts for all ages to enjoy.