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Newport Beach – Balboa
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Newport Beach Lifeguards protect this 3-mile stretch of beach with 18 lifeguard towers (staffed seasonally), patrol trucks, and rescue boats.
The Balboa Peninsula is known for beautiful sandy beaches, the Balboa Pier, shorebreak surf, and iconic surf spots: Newport Point and The Wedge. The peninsula also offers bay beaches that provide safe swimming areas year-round.
Please call us at 949-644-3047 or check in with a lifeguard if you have questions about the Balboa Peninsula. Swim near a lifeguard!
amenities
Metered Parking
Restaurants Nearby
Restrooms
Showers
activities
Biking
Swimming
Volleyball
prohibitions
No Alcohol
No Amplified Music
No Camping
No Cars on Sand
No Pier Jumping
No Fireworks
No Smoking
hazards
Heavy Shore Break
High Surf
Jellyfish
Slippery Rocks
Strong Currents
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Caution
There is always aquatic risk. Please check in with a lifeguard prior to swimming. Our department determines aquatic risk factors based on ocean conditions.
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High Stingray Activity
The stingray activity is determined by how many people have been stung by stingrays on that day. When more than two beachgoers have been stung by a stingray at the same tower location a purple indicator will appear in front of the tower. The stingray activity dial adjusts based on the total stingray incidents for the entire beach.
Swim at your Own Risk
Beaches and oceans are dynamic natural environments. Crowd conditions, currents, waves, wild animals, and other water and beach conditions can rapidly change. The risks and conditions shown on this site are informational only and not always real-time. Actual conditions may differ. Lifeguards are not always on duty or available. Always remain aware of your surroundings and exercise due care for your own safety and the safety of others around you.
Always check for water warnings or check with a lifeguard before you swim.