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View of San Diego Creek – Back Bay Drive loop from Discovery Shop

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View of San Diego Creek – Back Bay Drive loop from Discovery Shop

Moderate

4.5

(5577)

8,552

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View of San Diego Creek – Back Bay Drive loop from Discovery Shop

03:05

51.7km

240m

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: June 23, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 10.6 km for 210 m

After 11.0 km for 310 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.84 km

Newport Bay

Lake

4.35 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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16.0 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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24.8 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 areas, residential neighborhoods, and even the borders of the university campus.

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27.1 km

Walnut Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Cycle and foot path that runs along the rail tracks between Sand Canyon Ave and Harvard Ave. It runs in a green space, and its smooth asphalt makes it easy to ride.
This section highlights only the center part between Jeffery Rd and Culver Rd.

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41.1 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 take in the views and look for birds and other wildlife.

Tip by

41.3 km

Back Bay Drive

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

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

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45.5 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 views of wetlands and coastal landscapes. The reserve's rich biodiversity enhances the cycling experience with nature's beauty.

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48.8 km

Balboa Island

Highlight • Settlement

Pleasant small island community in Newport Bay, connected by a bridge to the mainland on the North side at Bayside Drive, and by a ferry to the Balboa Peninsula to the south with its long sandy Pacific beaches. Marine Avenue and Park St have most of the touristic infrastructure, stores and restaurants. Otherwise the island is mostly small residential houses, many with boat docks along the waterfront and canals.

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51.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

44.4 km

3.08 km

2.04 km

1.45 km

723 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

32.5 km

19.1 km

143 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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View of San Diego Creek – Back Bay Drive loop from Discovery Shop

View of Newport Harbor from Harbor House

View of San Joaquin Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary

San Diego Creek

Walnut Trail

View of San Diego Creek

Back Bay Drive

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