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Back Bay Loop Trail – Coastal view loop from Costa Mesa

Back Bay Loop Trail – Coastal view loop from Costa Mesa

Hard

4.9

(3468)

6,480

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Back Bay Loop Trail – Coastal view loop from Costa Mesa

02:35

40.0km

470m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very 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 15, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Laguna Coast Wilderness Park

Bommer Canyon Open Space Preserve

Crystal Cove State Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.41 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.

Tip by

8.96 km

San Joaquin Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary

Highlight • Natural

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.

Tip by

15.0 km

Bommer Canyon Open Space Preserve

Highlight • Natural

Bommer Canyon Preserve is part of the old Irvine Ranch Cattle Camp. Covered by a sycamore canopy, Bommer Canyon Preserve is also an important preservation area for many local plants and wildlife, including several endangered species.

Tip by

17.1 km

Bommer Canyon Open Space Preserve

Nature Reserve

19.3 km

Pacific Ridge Trail

Highlight • Trail

This trail is fast and nontechnical, and you get great views across the rolling hills of Crystal Cove State Park all the way down to the ocean. Hikers and dog-walkers …

Tip by

26.3 km

Coastal view

Highlight • Viewpoint

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

Tip by

28.4 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.

Tip by

34.9 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.

Tip by

35.4 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.

Tip by

40.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

23.0 km

9.29 km

4.44 km

2.00 km

752 m

471 m

Surfaces

18.1 km

11.5 km

9.55 km

859 m

Elevation

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Highest point (300 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Saturday 11 July

24°C

18°C

0 %

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Back Bay Loop Trail – Coastal view loop from Costa Mesa

Back Bay Loop Trail

San Joaquin Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary

Bommer Canyon Open Space Preserve

Pacific Ridge Trail

Coastal view

Crystal Cove State Park

Newport Bay

View of Newport Harbor from Harbor House

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