Pavilion. In late November 2005, the Balboa Pavilion Company sold the Balboa Pavilion to the Gugasians. Pavilion today Currently, the Balboa Pavilion is used as a marine recreation facility, with sportfishing boats, the transportation terminal for the Catalina Flyer to Catalina Island, small boat (skiff) and (duffy) rentals, whale watching, sunset cruises, a restaurant and upstairs ballroom for banquets, receptions and conferences. See also Balboa Fun Zone (Est. 1936). Rides, food, shops, merry-go-round, and Ferris wheel. Balboa Island Ferry (Est. 1919). Transports vehicles and people from Balboa Island to the Balboa Peninsula. Balboa Pier (Est. 1906). The Wedge (surfing). A fun place to go to watch crazy surfers on rare giant south swell days. National Register of Historic Places listings in Orange County, California References External links History of the Balboa Pavilion Public art mural of the Balboa Pavilion by Art Mortimer Balboa Pavilion + photos Balboa Pavilion + animals Balboa Peninsula Buildings and structures in Newport Beach, California Pavilions in the United States California Historical Landmarks National Register of Historic Places in Orange County, California Queen Anne architecture in California Event venues on the National Register of Historic Places in California History of Orange County, California Tourist attractions in Orange County, California