| The largest small craft harbor in the United | | | | m.p.h.. Fuel docks can be found next to both ferry |
| States, Newport Beach Harbor in Newport Beach, | | | | landings on either side of the bay. A boating launch |
| California is not only picturesque, but also full of | | | | ramp is located at in the Back Bay. |
| recreational boating opportunities, from taking a | | | | There is a Harbor Department guest anchorage |
| harbor cruise to renting a kayak. It's even | | | | dock near the Harbor Patrol and Coast Guard |
| enjoyable from land, whether strolling around | | | | Base. For marine weather updates, including surf |
| Balboa Island or along the bayside of the peninsula. | | | | and water reports, call 949-673-3371. |
| Newport Harbor is in the lower section of | | | | DINING AROUND THE HARBOR |
| Newport Bay in Newport Beach, California. It is | | | | For dining in Newport Beach Harbor, there are |
| about 4 miles long, running parallel to the Balboa | | | | several restaurants on Lido Island. More can be |
| Peninsula and the ocean. The harbor is filled with | | | | found near the ferry landing on the Balboa |
| everything from pedal boats to large ocean | | | | Peninsula. Balboa Island has restaurants on Marine |
| vessels. There are over 9000 boats berthed here. | | | | Ave. (which are not on the water). For |
| Within Newport Beach Harbor there are 7 islands, | | | | waterfront restaurants with outstanding views, |
| mostly filled with lovely houses and flowery | | | | check out the area of Pacific Coast Highway that |
| porches. The boater can leisurely take a | | | | lines the inland side of the harbor. This section is |
| self-guided tour of these homes from the water. | | | | sometimes referred to as Mariner's Mile. |
| On the other side of PCH (Pacific Coast Highway) | | | | NEWPORT HARBOR NAUTICAL MUSEUM |
| the Newport Back Bay and Upper Bay extend | | | | Located in the Balboa Marina off of Pacific Coast |
| well inland. | | | | Highway, the Newport Harbor Nautical Museum is |
| THE ISLANDS IN NEWPORT BEACH HARBOR | | | | located on a riverboat. It features artwork and |
| The biggest island is Balboa, accessible by bridge | | | | exhibits, which pertain to all things maritime. Many |
| from Jamboree Road and Pacific Coast Highway, | | | | of the exhibits are interactive and there is a touch |
| or by car ferry from the Balboa Peninsula near | | | | tank. They also have hundreds of ship models to |
| the Balboa Fun Zone. This charming little beach | | | | peruse. |
| community has a scenic walkway that encircles | | | | The tall ship Lynx docks here and gives tours as |
| the island, with the picturesque homes on one side | | | | well. The museum's address is 151 East Coast |
| and small sandy beaches and boating slips on the | | | | Highway, Newport Beach. There is a store and |
| waterside. Boutique shops, restaurants, and two | | | | restaurant to enjoy after your visit. Their phone |
| stands famous for their balboa bars and frozen | | | | number is 949-673-3377 |
| bananas (both dipped in chocolate and rolled in the | | | | Description: Newport Beach Harbor. Discover all |
| topping of your choice) line Marine Avenue. | | | | the scenic pleasures Newport Beach Harbor has |
| The other islands consist of Lido Island, Little | | | | to offer, whether from a boat on the water or |
| Balboa Island, Linda Isle, Collins Island, Harbor | | | | strolling around Balboa Island or the peninsula. |
| Island and Bay Island. | | | | CHRISTMAS BOAT PARADE |
| The other major island for visitors is Lido Island. | | | | Every December, Newport Beach Harbor hosts a |
| Here you'll find Lido Marina Village, with shops, art | | | | Christmas Parade of Lights. This is a great family |
| galleries, boutiques and boardwalk cafes. | | | | event. Boaters and homeowners alike go all out in |
| THE BALBOA FUN ZONE | | | | decorating their houses and/or boats. Viewers |
| This historic little area on the peninsula side of the | | | | stroll or sit along the bay front on Balboa Island, |
| bay offers a small Ferris wheel, carousel, arcade | | | | enjoying the show of passing lights reflecting off |
| and even bungee jumping. The Balboa Pavilion, | | | | the water. |
| which used to be a Big Band showcase is a | | | | Special tip: you can grab a hot cocoa or |
| restored local landmark dating from 1905. Today | | | | café mocha at the local Starbucks on |
| it houses special events and wedding functions. | | | | Marine Avenue to keep your hands and innards |
| Catalina boats leave from here daily (less in | | | | warm, as December nights can be quite cool by |
| winter). Call 800-830-7744 or 949-673-5245. | | | | the bay. For more information, call 949-494-3030. |
| BOATER'S INFORMATION | | | | A vacation in Newport Beach means more than |
| Whether you are renting a boat or visiting with | | | | just the beach; you have the Newport Beach |
| your own yacht, the following information may be | | | | Harbor to enjoy as well. |
| of use. The speed limit within the harbor is 5 | | | | |