SUMMER HIKE — UPPER BACK BAY, NEWPORT BEACH


Saturday, July 28th at 9:00 AM
 
Our summer hike is one for all ages.  The Bay Trail Loop in the Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve is a very easy and fun five mile loop hike that takes you on trails down along the bluffs overlooking Upper Newport Bay, then back up along the shoreline with world-class wildlife spotting, and then across the Northern edge of the Preserve to San Diego Creek.  This Nature Preserve is home to some 200 bird species, including some endangered species, making it a top bird watching destination.

 

This hike also features short and long options.  The first three miles will loop to the Southwest along the bluffs and then back up along the shoreline, returning very near the trailhead (at the Peter and Mary Muth Interpretive Center).  The second two mile walk will head to the East, out and back on the bike trail to where San Diego Creek empties into the bay (and where Jamboree crosses over the creek).  This is a particularly sunny hike, which is one reason why we will start early.  The other reason is so we walk the shoreline of the bay at mid-tide.

 



Start Time: Arrive at the trailhead by 8:45 AM, we will depart promptly at 9:00 AM.
 
Meeting Location: We will meet at the Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve parking lot.  OC Parks map here.

 

Directions:
Exit CA 73 at Campus Dr. / Irvine Ave.

Head Southwest on Irvine Ave.

Left on University Drive

Right into the Parking Area or Park on the Street

 

OC Parks Website:  http://www.ocparks.com/parks/newport/
 
End Time: We expect to be back to the trailhead by 11:30 AM or earlier.
 
Distance: Roughly 5.0 miles round-trip.
 
Duration: Approximately 2.5 hours, at a leisurely pace.
 
Route:  The Back Bay Trail Loop
 

 
Tidal Information:

               2018-07-28 Sat  4:46 AM PDT   -0.3 feet  Low Tide
               2018-07-28 Sat  6:01 AM PDT   Sunrise
               2018-07-28 Sat 11:04 AM PDT    3.9 feet  High Tide
               2018-07-28 Sat  4:02 PM PDT    2.2 feet  Low Tide
               2018-07-28 Sat  7:54 PM PDT   Sunset

Essentials:              Closed toed shoes with good traction

                                                Some trail sections at the edge of the bay can be muddy, so waterproof footwear is a smart option
                                Water and snacks
                                Sun protection: sunblock, visor, hat

                                Camera (you never know what you might see!)
                                No dogs allowed
                                No bikes allowed

RSVP:  Email Harris Hunt ( This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ), Cornell Class of ‘83, to RSVP or if you have any questions.  In the subject, include “CAAOC Summer Hike.”  In the body of your email, please include your name, Cornell class, and any guests you will be bringing.  Thanks!
 
See you there!!