Near Newport Bay Nature Preserve Trail
looking out over the water.
Near Newport Bay Nature Preserve Trail
Keep your eyes and ears out for bikers as there are quite a few.
Near Newport Bay Nature Preserve Trail
Nice rolling trail
Near Newport Bay Nature Preserve Trail
A quick break enjoying the view

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Newport Bay Nature Preserve Trail

4.1 (14 Ratings)
A "get off the streets" paved trail.
10.2
mi
Distance
182
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingRiver/CreekViews

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
10.24mi
Distance
182ft
Elevation Gain
182ft
Elevation Loss
15%
Max Grade
92ft
High Point
0ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
This is a great hike in this part of the city, not far from the airport. If you're in town on a long layover, get out there and hike this, or at least a part of it. It is very well marked and follows the edges of the nature preserve, which makes it a great place to get off the city streets. This hike gives you views, trails, and wonderfully smooth paths. It can get a little tricky through the streets, but if you just hug the preserve, you'll do just fine.

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Contributors
Peter Magnuson