Castaways Park

"Wonderful place to walk with beautiful views, parking, and dog-friendly! It was clean, not crowded, and short loop for a nice, leisurely walk."

"A small park with great view overlooking bay and ocean. There is a memorial statue and flag. The parking lot entrance is through w19 street."

"Absolutely beautiful! I ended up here by accident but I’m so glad I got out and explored the very easy trail. It was gorgeous at sunset. I’m so glad I found this place! I’ll definitely be back!"

"Castaways Park is at the highpoint overlooking the entrance of Upper Newport Bay and the Balboa Peninsula. I had to say wow after walking up the trail from the Castaways Park parking lot, to the edge! The front trail interconnects around to the Scenic Overlook at Polaris Drive for continuous views! Random alternate trails wind thru the natural thicket of the area. Combined with the ambience of the views and tranquility of the location, I think this is one of the coolest places to be by the coast! Only until I look down to see the heavy traffic along the Pacific Coast Highway Bridge and North Bayside Drive, do I feel a sense of detachment from the busy world below! The southwestern side of the park features the Marine War Memorial, with the bronze soldier statue, plaques and the american flag, high above the passing boats of the bay! Parking’s available at the Castaways Park parking lot, off Castaway Lane, a southeast bound continuation of East 16th Street, just past Dover Drive. Public restrooms are available at Bob Henry Park, across Castaway Lane, before the ballfields."