Suggestions for Outdoors & Recreation near Carlsbad

Ryan S. • April 26, 2023Great beach to hang out and relax at. We got to see a pod of dolphins at play!

Jon V. • December 11, 2011Great spot for sunset watching

Joey • September 6, 2014Free Parking in the summer is a challenge. There is a parking lot available with a fee. Great spot for surfing, walking and playing in the sand

Christine L. • May 13, 2013Went here on mothers day and the last day it opens. 6 $ deal! The flowers were already dying so I suggest going when it first open in april. Still pretty site. Great photo ops.

Joey • September 11, 2014Clean restrooms, awesome lifeguards, and almost always great conditions for surfing. The waves and currents can be a challenge for swimmers and novice boogie-boarders so stay close to the towers.

Cassie X. • June 11, 2015Lots of different, beautifully landscaped nooks and crannies to explore. Those peacocks are a real sight (and screech..) to experience!

Denette • February 26, 2014Go on a week night. It's deserted and romantic!

K L. • January 15, 2014Great family pool and swim programs. Hint to the spectators/parents of swim classes. BYOC! Bring your own beach chair. There are not enough around the family/lesson pools.

Erkan E. • November 23, 2019So Beautiful

Kevin W. • August 3, 2017Local beach that also has a great beachside campground

Melanee T. • August 18, 2013Lovely place but once sunset comes you better have bug spray- mosquitos from the lagoon are ruthless!

Joey • September 8, 2014Great beach all year round! Parking may be challenging in the summer so get there early.

Lindu N. • July 3, 2013Many points of interest along the trail

Susan S. • February 6, 2014This is a great coastal walk

Drew C. • June 9, 2012Shore break is always pounding and there is not a lifeguard stationed anywhere near, so keep a close eye on your little ones.

Graysen F. • April 22, 2023Love that it has a separate small dog area and that it’s spacious and fully fenced in!

Joey • September 1, 2014Soccer and baseball fields, basketball and tennis courts, and playground for the kids. Friday night concerts in the summer too!

Stephanie C. • March 31, 2013$20 for large bucket. $10 for small bucket. Eat juicy warm strawberries as you pick some to go! Recommend bringing water to wash prior to munching as you pick :)

Joanne A. • March 12, 2010Great food (healthy menu, tons of coffee, free WiFi in the private rooms, GREAT climbing structure for kids and tires THEM OUT while you get work done. Bring socks. Memberships cheaper than pay each.

Dan L. • December 28, 2013Good sized playground for all ages. Swings for toddlers and big kids (including adults). Play structures include bridge and rock wall. Good shade trees as well.

Joey • September 6, 2014Baseball, soccer, basketball and playground....great location too!

Bill G. • July 19, 2012hey beautiful park for any gathering.

Corey C. • March 8, 2012Amazing view of the lagoon. Nice trail for walking and biking.

Angie • October 18, 2012The dogs love it here

Arwin S. • April 19, 2014Awesome Customer Service! This is a great family park because of their tot lot and fields that are available. I registered in a CubanSalsa class and rented a picnic area for my sons bday. Had a blast!

Rob N. • November 24, 2012A dog park with an ocean view, a what an awesome place

Ken S. • April 14, 2014Don't pay, take the hike around. Great high views of the coast with the flower fields in the foreground.

Dan L. • December 28, 2013Nice mid-sized grass field and toddler to smaller kid playground. Only toddler swings, however. If you need a park suitable for somewhat older kids, try Holiday Park 2.25 miles north.