Beefy Potato's Airplane Spotting

Google Maps mobile link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/DwgiGkdC2TS4m9AP6?g_st=ic Google Maps web link: https://www.google.com/maps/place/John+Wayne+Airport+Cell+Phone+Waiting+Lot/@33.6719619,-117.8673269,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x80dcdef73fe9d94b:0xcf2bd0e02608cee3!8m2!3d33.6719575!4d-117.864752   The cell phone waiting lot can be found at the intersection of Campus Drive at Macarthur Boulevard. This lot is accessible by taking the Bristol Street exit from both the northbound and southbound directions of SR-73, then turning left onto Campus Drive, heading northbound to the intersection at Macarthur Boulevard.   There is abundant parking at this cell phone lot, although I generally do not recommend leaving the vehicle for long periods of time. Airplanes can be seen taxiing behind the palm trees and parked planes.   Pros: Abundant parking Convenient location Cons: No public restrooms

Back Bay, Newport Beach, Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve, Peter and Mary Muth Interpretive Center (parking): Google Maps mobile link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/NYBcTJGfPAwmEn1v6?g_st=ic Google Maps web link: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Peter+and+Mary+Muth+Interpretive+Center+(main+entrance)/@33.652227,-117.8939447,15.43z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x80dcdfafb4d544c7:0xe9ffb96e417cc0a5!8m2!3d33.6533137!4d-117.8853208 Driving to this location, take SR-55 and take the Newport Boulevard exit from both the northbound and southbound directions, or take SR-73 and take the Bristol Street exit from both the northbound and southbound directions. Head east on University Drive or south on Irvine Avenue, and the parking lot is located near the southeast corner of University Drive at Irvine Avenue. There is a lot with parking, and is located near the Back Bay Center. From this location on typical direction days, airplanes can be seen taking off from the northeast to southwest direction. Pros: Convenient

Google Maps mobile link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/RRF4SpaTq9jneTDY8?g_st=ic Google Maps web link: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Vista+Point/@33.6464056,-117.8755885,16.26z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x80dcde3616f58aef:0x303b4ef4fa2e3784!8m2!3d33.6452062!4d-117.870803   Driving to this particular location, take SR-73 and take the University Drive exit from both the northbound and southbound directions. Limited street parking can be found by turning left on Jamboree Road heading southbound, then turning right on Eastbluff Drive. Parking can be found along the street.   From this location on typical direction days, airplanes can be seen taking off from the northeast to southwest direction.   Pros: Convenient location Scenic setting with paved and unpaved paths for walking, running, cycling, hiking, and other outdoor activities Pet friendly Cons: Limited parking available, need to go early No public restrooms Limited seating available

Google Maps mobile link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/t77kFV2JNhb4pS8p6?g_st=ic Google Maps web link: https://www.google.com/maps/@33.6526534,-117.8720577,17.36z   Driving to this particular location, take SR-73 and take the University Drive exit from both the northbound and southbound directions. Limited street parking can be found by turning right on Jamboree Road heading northbound, then turning left on Bayview Way. There is a Cul-de-sac at the end of Bayview Road. Parking can be found along the street.   From this location on typical direction days, airplanes can be seen taking off from the northeast to southwest direction.   Pros: Convenient location Scenic setting with paved and unpaved paths for walking, running, cycling, hiking, and other outdoor activities Pet friendly Cons: Limited parking available, need to go early No public restrooms Limited seating available