Boating is the major activity. Large luxury cruisers leave continuously for Catalina Island of other points west and south. The harbor is often filled with colorful sails as sailboats skim along the waterways. Many regattas are held within the harbor’s confines. The annual Ensenada Race, usually held the first week of May, is the largest off-shore sailboat race on the west coast with over 500 boats participating each year. Water skiing, swimming, surfing and skin diving are popular activities in the Newport area. Two piers and the back bay ecological preserve known for its diverse population of aquatic birds offer many recreational opportunities and scenic views. There are no specific operating hours for the harbor itself, but a 10:00 p.m. curfew law is enforced at all beaches. No fees are charged for use of the harbor. However, private lease holders charge for services and rentals. http://ocparks.com/beaches/newport

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Newport Harbor

Newport Harbor

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