Being

one of the pristine beaches in Newport Beach,

Balboa Beach is found on the Balboa peninsula. The

beach faces the Pacific Ocean, and is actually

just a few blocks from the well known Balboa Fun

Zone and the yacht harbor.

In the summer, the beach is very popular for swimming

lessons. Balboa Beach is also well known for a 920

foot pier that was voted to be the best throughout

Orange County. The beach is also well known for it's

no entrance fee. Although there is a parking fee,

the free admission more than makes up for it.

Along Balboa Beach you'll find a bike path and even

places for bonfires. Surfing is also welcomed here,

although it's banned from 11 AM to 6 PM in the

summer months. Bodyboarding is also great here,

along with swimming. During the summer, there is a

lifeguard on duty during the hours of daylight.

With plenty of sand and warm sun here, Balboa

Beach is one of the superb beaches in the Newport

Beach area. If you visit Newport Beach in the

summer, make sure you drop by Balboa Beach and see

just how good life can be.