Balboa Island Loop

Newport Beach, California

5.0/5

based on 3 reviews

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Distance

2.55 miles

Elevation Gain

39 ft

Route Type

Loop

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Balboa Island Loop is a loop trail where you may see local wildlife located near Corona del Mar, California.

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Reviews

Natili Ekker

Balboa Island Loop

09/29/22

This is one of my all time favorites! I used to live here so it was my am and pm walk/run. Anytime I’m in town I still drive all the way back to island walk this loop

5.0

Caroline Burrell

Balboa Island Loop

03/31/22

Go early before the summer crowds.

5.0

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Brian Heifferon

Team

Balboa Island Loop

09/04/21

Nice loop along the water that lets you stretch your legs and check out the sights of neighborhood.

5.0

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