Join OC Parks for an interpretive bike ride around Upper Newport Bay! Participants will have the opportunity to get their heart rate up and pedal around the Bay while learning about current research taking place in the bay and collecting data to contribute to the iNaturalist species database for Upper Newport Bay.

This moderately-paced ride will cover a 10-mile section of the Back Bay Loop Trail over the course of 2.5 hours with approximately 155 feet of elevation gain. We will stay on the paved portion of the trail and make birding stops along the way.

This program will begin and end at the Peter and Mary Muth Interpretive Center. The program and parking are free. 

Participants must provide their own bike and helmet. Minors must have a guardian present at all times. 

Adverse weather will cancel the program.

Advance registration required. Learn more and register for Ride, Record, and Research - The Science of Upper Newport Bay.

For questions, please contact Resource Specialist Emma Boulter at emma.boulter@parks.oc.gov or call (657) 692-5401.