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Newport Beach, California
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In the 1930s, the pier featured a 'Submarine Dive' attraction that allowed visitors to descend below the water's surface to view marine life through glass windows.
The Balboa Bar, a chocolate-dipped ice cream bar, is a local favorite and was first created near the pier in the 1940s.
Balboa Pier was featured in the 1963 movie 'Beach Party,' starring Annette Funicello and Frankie Avalon.
Balboa Pier has been a popular fishing spot since its opening in 1906, attracting both locals and tourists.
The construction of Balboa Pier was pivotal in transforming Newport Beach into a bustling seaside destination in the early 20th century.
The pier is a central location for the annual Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade, a tradition that dates back over a century.
Balboa Pier stretches approximately 920 feet into the Pacific Ocean, offering stunning views of the coastline.
The waters around Balboa Pier are part of the Newport Beach Marine Protected Area, which helps preserve local marine life.
