What is the water and sand quality of the Balboa Peninsula beach?

The coastline of Balboa Peninsula beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Balboa Peninsula beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Balboa Peninsula beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.The Balboa Peninsula beach is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Sup surfing (Sup touring) </li><li>Surfing</li></ul>Activities available on the ground:<ul><li>Beach volleyball </li><li>Football (nearby)</li></ul>

Is the Balboa Peninsula beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.The waves in the Balboa Peninsula beach are usually strong.There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Balboa Peninsula beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Balboa Peninsula beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Balboa Peninsula beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Balboa Peninsula beach?

The bar is located right on the Balboa Peninsula beach.There are 3 restaurants nearby.SideDoor is the closest place located 3500 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Balboa Peninsula beach?

There are 398 places to stay in the Balboa Peninsula beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Balboa Peninsula beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7907882&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Balboa Pier House</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8497860&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Rise and Shine</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7907892&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Groundswell E</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5200088&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Balboa Serenity</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8552265&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">New Listing! Family Tides: Central Beach Retreat Duplex</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6610058&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">NB-906A Balboa Boardwalk 3 Bedroom I</a></li></ul>

How far is the Balboa Peninsula beach from parking?

The Balboa Peninsula beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Balboa Peninsula beach?

There are 2 attractions near Balboa Peninsula beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Balboa Pier located in 0.4 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Balboa Peninsula beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Balboa Peninsula beach is August. Its average value reaches 25°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 22°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature 16°C and water 15°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Balboa Peninsula beach (California) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Balboa Peninsula beach (California) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

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Balboa Peninsula beach

Lido Isle, United States

7.9

#61 out of 385 in California 2

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Sup surfing Good for Surfing

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Located within the settlement

Balboa • 0.5 km

Map of beach

Farm Roger's Gardens

3.5km

Park West Newport Park

4.3km

Hiking Area Huntington Beach Santa Ana River Trail

5.7km

Park Sheep Hills BMX Dirt Trails

6km

Park Talbert Regional Park

6km

Park Vista Park

6.4km

Park TeWinkle Park

7km

Park Huntington State Beach

7.2km

Park Edison Park

8.1km

Restaurant SideDoor

9.2 - Excellent 3.7km

Restaurant Five Crowns

9 - Excellent 3.7km

Restaurant Cappy's Cafe

9 - Excellent 4.5km

American Restaurant Eat Chow

9.2 - Excellent 4.6km

Coffee Shop Vacancy Coffee

9.4 - Excellent 4.8km

Restaurant Coliseum Pool & Grill

9 - Excellent 5.9km

Restaurant Pelican Grill

9 - Excellent 6.2km

Coffee Shop Nüdae Coffee

9.4 - Excellent 6.3km

Cafe The Beachcomber at Crystal Cove

9.2 - Excellent 6.9km

Grocery Store Fermentation Farm

9.4 - Excellent 6.3km

Grocery Store Trader Joe's

6.8km

Grocery Store Vons

8.5km

Grocery Store Walmart Neighborhood Market

9.3km

Tourist Attraction Balboa Pavilion

9 - Excellent 640m

Tourist Attraction Balboa Peninsula Park

9.4 - Excellent 740m

Tourist Attraction Balboa Pier

9.2 - Excellent 900m

Tourist Attraction Arroyo Park

9 - Excellent 5.2km

Tourist Attraction Bonita Canyon Sports Park

9 - Excellent 5.3km

Tourist Attraction Bonita Creek Park

9.2 - Excellent 5.8km

Tourist Attraction Coastal Peak Park

9.4 - Excellent 9.3km

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Balboa Peninsula beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 61th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 640.1 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of Balboa settlement, just 0.5 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

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+23 ^o C +20 ^o C

Air temperature

4.9 M/S

Wind

+22 ^o C

Water temperature

1 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Balboa • 0.5 km

Map of beach

Farm Roger's Gardens

3.5km

Park West Newport Park

4.3km

Hiking Area Huntington Beach Santa Ana River Trail

5.7km

Park Sheep Hills BMX Dirt Trails

6km

Park Talbert Regional Park

6km

Park Vista Park

6.4km

Park TeWinkle Park

7km

Park Huntington State Beach

7.2km

Park Edison Park

8.1km

Restaurant SideDoor

9.2 - Excellent 3.7km

Restaurant Five Crowns

9 - Excellent 3.7km

Restaurant Cappy's Cafe

9 - Excellent 4.5km

American Restaurant Eat Chow

9.2 - Excellent 4.6km

Coffee Shop Vacancy Coffee

9.4 - Excellent 4.8km

Restaurant Coliseum Pool & Grill

9 - Excellent 5.9km

Restaurant Pelican Grill

9 - Excellent 6.2km

Coffee Shop Nüdae Coffee

9.4 - Excellent 6.3km

Cafe The Beachcomber at Crystal Cove

9.2 - Excellent 6.9km

Grocery Store Fermentation Farm

9.4 - Excellent 6.3km

Grocery Store Trader Joe's

6.8km

Grocery Store Vons

8.5km

Grocery Store Walmart Neighborhood Market

9.3km

Tourist Attraction Balboa Pavilion

9 - Excellent 640m

Tourist Attraction Balboa Peninsula Park

9.4 - Excellent 740m

Tourist Attraction Balboa Pier

9.2 - Excellent 900m

Tourist Attraction Arroyo Park

9 - Excellent 5.2km

Tourist Attraction Bonita Canyon Sports Park

9 - Excellent 5.3km

Tourist Attraction Bonita Creek Park

9.2 - Excellent 5.8km

Tourist Attraction Coastal Peak Park

9.4 - Excellent 9.3km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

210m from the beach

9 Excellent

Balboa Pier House

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Balboa • 450m from center

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250m from the beach

Newport Beach Vacation Rental - Short Walk to Pier

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Balboa • 640m from center

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260m from the beach

New Listing! Family Tides: Central Beach Retreat Duplex

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Balboa • 400m from center

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280m from the beach

Rise and Shine

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Balboa • 400m from center

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290m from the beach

10 Exceptional

Balboa Serenity

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Balboa • 750m from center

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300m from the beach

Knot for Sail

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Balboa • 560m from center

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320m from the beach

4 Frustrating

Peninsula Perch

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Balboa • 800m from center

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360m from the beach

Waterfront Beach House Escape on Newport Bay

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Balboa • 590m from center

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400m from the beach

Groundswell E

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Balboa • 220m from center

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420m from the beach

Groundswell B

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Balboa • 210m from center

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440m from the beach

8.6 Excellent

NB-906A Balboa Boardwalk 3 Bedroom I

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Balboa • 190m from center

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490m from the beach

Sea Glass by AvantStay

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Balboa • 130m from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.7 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

1.2km 16 min walk

Balboa beach

8.6 Excellent

2.2km

China Cove

6.7 Good

2.5km

Corona Del Mar

8.3 Very good

2.8km

Connected beach

Newport Beach

7.8 Very good

5.5km

Crystal Cove Beach

7.6 Very good

7.7km

Scotchmans Cove Park beach

7.7 Very good

7.7km

Huntington Beach

7.8 Very good

9.6km

Irvine Cove Beach

6.9 Good

Localities

Nearest

Balboa • 570m

Main locality of province

Sacramento • 640.1km

Transport

Airport

JNP • 1.8km

Bus Station

Bayside-Ent 919 Newport • 1.4km

Train Station

Tustin • 14.9km

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7.9 Very good

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7.9 Very good

Nela

Novice Beachgoer • 6 months ago

10 Exceptional

I really liked the ambiance, and my children were fond of the charming little stores nearby. As the weather started to cool down, we bought some cozy sweaters and then hopped on the ferry to cross the water.

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Jaxon Anderson

Novice Beachgoer • 6 months ago

8 Very good

The parking situation definitely needs improvement, but I guess that's to be expected on the 4th of July holiday, right? All jokes aside, I really appreciate the effort put into keeping the beach clean. However, it would be great if the bathrooms offered more privacy. That's why I couldn't give it a full 5 stars. I must mention the friendliness of the lifeguards and the rest of the staff, which was outstanding. There are so many things to do here, from shopping to the conveniently close food choices. I can't comment on the prices in the area because I brought more than enough snacks for myself and my family, haha. I will definitely be coming back!

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Rathore Noor

Novice Beachgoer • 6 months ago

10 Exceptional

The park is incredibly beautiful, with a serene atmosphere that sets it apart from Venice Beach, which tends to be crowded. It's a perfect place to unwind and fully enjoy your day.

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Isadora "Sunny"

Beach Practitioner • 6 months ago

8 Very good

This beach is a fantastic spot to hang out with friends, family, or even by yourself. It offers a wide range of activities to keep you entertained or simply unwind and chill. You'll find numerous shops and restaurants, as well as bike rentals. Additionally, there is a spacious park area with benches where you can enjoy a picnic. For the little ones, there is a small playground nearby, and restrooms are conveniently located. Lifeguards are always present, ensuring safety. While finding parking may require some patience, the wait is not excessively long, usually around 15 minutes or less. I highly recommend this place.

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Ethan Caldwell

Novice Beachgoer • 6 months ago

8 Very good

I really enjoyed this place! The beach is conveniently located near the park, ocean, pier, restaurants, fun zone, and boating area. It's a great spot to hang out with friends and family. The restrooms can get a bit crowded, especially the ladies' restroom, especially on weekends.