Mariners

Newport Beach

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#backbay vantage point in #newportbeach #BVSBlue
C and Java fans take note!
Gorgeous paddle session surrounded by nature with our NIXY Inflatable SUPs
Leave it to the OC to build a combination automobile/bicycle/pedestrian path, each with its own lane, along a three mile stretch of the upper portion of the Newport Bay.

But that is exactly what they did.

The trail is all asphalt, with a few very small offshoots into dirt "nature" trails.  The place is beautiful, really, but I have to put a fly in the ointment here and divulge one of the OC's dirty little secrets.  Somehow or another, a heavy portion of refuse has washed back into the bay and now litters various spots along the trail.  It does not overwhelm the area (as you see here), but it definitely gives one pause to reflect.

That aside, the refuge is home to all manner of wildlife -- Ospreys, Snowy Egrets, Herons, Terns, Seagulls, Ravens, crabs, lizards, frogs, wildflowers of an incredible variety, and all the insects they attract.

There really is no elevation gain to speak of, nothing but the 6-mile round trip to give it even a hint of hiking bona fides.  But it is a very pleasant way to drop down from a 16-mile noggin' poacher like the long route at Crystal Cove.

We added a second "hike" at another relatively flat nature preserve to round out the day. 

But more on that later.

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Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel

3.5 out of 5
900 S Disneyland Dr Anaheim CA
The price is P9,500 per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
P9,500
P11,133 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
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Garden rooms had slow running water for showers. Other than that, the property is ideal for heading to Disneyland

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

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Hilton Anaheim

Hilton Anaheim

4 out of 5
777 W Convention Way Anaheim CA
The price is P8,770 per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
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Motel 6 Anaheim Maingate

Motel 6 Anaheim Maingate

2 out of 5
Anaheim CA
The price is P6,118 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
P6,118
P7,170 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
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Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim

Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim

3 out of 5
1700 S Clementine St Anaheim CA
The price is P11,557 per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
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Breakfast starts at 6:30 AM weekdays, 7 on weekends. It was busy but had POG juice, waffle makers and good variety of hot dishes over several days, including chilaquiles. Kitchen was good. Fridge had an icemaker, though doors should have been reversed. Upstairs bedroom is a loft, so no privacy door, ...

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Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn

Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn

2.5 out of 5
1110 W Katella Ave Anaheim CA
The price is P9,088 per night from Apr 13 to Apr 14
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Apr 13 - Apr 14
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Anaheim Resort Suites

Anaheim Resort Suites

3.5 out of 5
101 E Katella Ave Anaheim CA
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The price is P10,106 per night from Mar 25 to Mar 26
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The location to Disneyland is a little further down. But you’re not having to deal with all the crowds walking around while trying to get to your hotel. You will need to use the shuttle. The hotel is clean, friendly staff, beds are comfy. Security is good. You must use your room card to be able to ...

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