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Upper
Newport Bay ia a place where fresh and salt water meet
and mix. It is one of only a few remaining estuaries
in Southern California and is the home of nearly 200
species of birds. Hiking and biking are both popular
activities. A paved road runs along the West side of
the bay and has several parking areas for cars. Kayak
tours are available from the Newport Dunes Resort located
on Back Bay Drive at PCH. The perfect place to hike,
cycle, canoe, kayak, fish or sit back and enjoy the
view. The
Back Bay Loop is one of Southern California's best places
to run, hike or ride your bike. map |
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While
at the back bay be sure to visit the Peter
and Mary Muth Interpretive
Center located at 2301 University Drive. The center provides
a series of exhibits and interactive displays. For information,
call (949) 923-2290. Kayak tours leave from the Newport Dunes
Resort located on Back Bay Drive at PCH, and the Newport
Aquatic
Center at North Star Beach on the other side of the Back
Bay. For motor vehicles, Back Bay Drive is a one-way street
from the Shellmaker end. The Reserve was dedicated
in 1975 with the following words, "In the
name of the people of the State of California".
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