What time do Newport beaches stop charging?

Most parking meters require payment from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, including weekends and holidays. Hours of operation are posted on each meter head, pay station or other signage. The Balboa Pier lot requires payment 24 hours a day.



In Newport Beach, California, most city-managed parking lots and street meters stop charging at 6:00 PM. Payment is generally required daily from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, including weekends and holidays. However, there are critical exceptions to this rule: the Balboa Pier lot is a "24-hour" lot that requires payment at all times, day and night. Additionally, some high-demand areas near Corona del Mar State Beach may have extended hours or different seasonal rates. For 2026, the standard hourly rate is approximately $4.10 per hour in peak summer months (May–September). If you are looking for free parking, many residential streets a few blocks away from the sand do not have meters, but be sure to check for "Resident Permit Only" signs or street sweeping schedules to avoid a costly citation.

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