About Us 

Recreation & Senior Services Department Mission

To enhance the quality of life by providing diverse opportunities in safe and well-maintained facilities and parks. We pledge to respond to community needs by creating quality educational, recreational, cultural and social programs for people of all ages. 

The Department Consists of Three Divisions: Administration, Recreation Services, and Senior Services.

These divisions oversee the use of the City’s 66 parks, beaches, marine habitats, and 10 recreation facilities. Department staff, community partners, and trusted contractors coordinate recreational and social opportunities that serve a population ranging from infants to those in their advanced years.

On behalf of the entire Recreation and Senior Services staff "We are committed to providing well-rounded recreational and social programs for the Newport Beach community in safe and well-maintained facilities, opens spaces and parks and we encourage you to provide us with feedback so we can best serve your leisure needs." 

Directions to Main Office: 

From 73 South: Exit MacArthur. Make a right on San Miguel, turn left on Avocado Avenue, and make a left onto Civic Center Drive.  Follow the street to the parking structure. 

From PCH Southbound: Turn left on Avocado Avenue (pass the Central Library) and make a right on Civic Center Drive. Follow the street to the parking structure. 

From PCH Northbound: Turn right on Avocado Avenue (pass the Central Library) and make a right on Civic Center Drive. Follow the street to the parking structure.

Contact the Recreation & Senior Services Department

Phone: (949) 644-3151
Fax: (949) 644-3155
Email: recreation@newportbeachca.gov
Location: City Hall, 100 Civic Center Drive, Bay E, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Mailing Address: Recreation & Senior Services Department
PO Box 1768