Swimming in Newport Beach
Newport Beach, California, United States
Best Swim Spots in Newport Beach
Ranked by community ratings. Check real-time conditions before heading out.
Balboa Beach & Pier
Newport Beach - Orange Street
Newport Coast - Crystal Cove Beach
Newport Coast - Muddy Creek Beach
Newport Dunes
Newport Bay-10th Street Beach
Newport Bay-19th Street Beach
Newport Bay-Bayside Drive Beach
Newport Bay-Garnet Avenue Beach
Newport Bay-North Star Beach
Newport Bay-Sapphire Avenue
Newport Beach-The Wedge
Newport Coast - Pelican Point Beach
Little Corona Del Mar Beach
Newport Bay - 13th Street
Upper Newport Bay
Newport Bay-43rd St Beach
Newport Bay-Ruby Avenue Beach
Open Water Swimming in Newport Beach
Newport Beach offers 18 open water swimming locations across Ocean environments. Whether you are a beginner looking for a calm, sheltered swim or an experienced open water swimmer seeking a challenge, there are options for every level.
Before heading out to any swim spot in Newport Beach, check current water conditions on SwimPass. Our SwimScore combines real-time weather, marine data, tides, and water quality into a single 0-100 rating so you can make an informed decision in seconds.
Ocean swimmers in Newport Beach should pay attention to tide schedules and swell forecasts. Swimming around slack tide typically offers the calmest conditions. Check our guide to reading water conditions for tips on interpreting local marine forecasts.
New to open water swimming? Start with our safety guide and first swim guide before heading to any new spot.
Swimming Guides
Prepare for your swim in Newport Beach with these guides.
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