Back Bay Drive – View of San Diego Creek loop from Orange

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Back Bay Drive – View of San Diego Creek loop from Orange

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Back Bay Drive – View of San Diego Creek loop from Orange

04:15

72.3km

310m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 9, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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4.25 km

Santa Ana River Trail at Riverview Park

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

In Orange probably the most appealing section of the river trail. Running alongside the Riverview Park and Golf Course. Some green and trees, instead of the concrete wasteland that the it is further down.

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27.9 km

View of Newport Harbor from Harbor House

Highlight • Viewpoint

The bridge crosses San Diego Creek, providing views of Newport Bay (also known as Newport Harbor). The area is known for its upmarket marinas, along with the Newport Center shopping and entertainment district, overlooking the bay.

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28.6 km

Newport Bay

Lake

31.5 km

Back Bay Drive

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This is a delightful stretch of road that goes along the Back Bay.

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35.3 km

View of San Diego Creek

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this viewpoint on the Mountains to Sea Trail, adjacent to Eastbluff Drive, you get a nice view over San Diego Creek. This is a great spot to pause and …

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38.8 km

View of San Joaquin Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary

Highlight • Lake

San Joaquin Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary, located in Irvine, encompasses 300 acres of restored coastal freshwater wetlands. A haven for birdwatchers, it hosts diverse bird species and offers educational programs.

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41.4 km

San Diego Creek

Lake

49.2 km

Peters Canyon Bikeway

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

A nice blacktop lane for cycling, the bikeway begins across Jamboree Rd, traveling north parallel to the local roads, passing the scenic Citrus Ranch and Cedar Grove Parks along the …

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57.4 km

Upper Peters Canyon Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Upper Peters Canyon Reservoir also known as Little Peters Canyon Lake was built in 1931 for flood control, and for water conservation. The water storage helped orange groves grow in the canyon.

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