Hiking Trails & Outdoor Activities in Carlsbad

This Lagoon is the only freshwater lagoon in CA. & its 350 acres is home to dozens of varieties of migrant & resident waterfowl. Designated an Ecological Reserve by the […]

Batiquitos Lagoon is a 526-acre coastal salt marsh with tidal mud flats and is one of the few remaining tidal wetlands on the Southern California coast. Over 185 species of […]

The Aviara trail system is one of the most diverse trail systems in the city offering a variety of nature experiences to trail users. The names of the various trails […]

Located north of LEGOLAND and across from The Crossings at Carlsbad golf course, this dual set of paths (one for bikes and one for pedestrians) runs from The Crossings Drive […]

This short trails connects the dog park with Hidden Canyon Community Park, which features two playgrounds, several picnic areas and large expanses of lawn. Note: dogs are not allowed off-leash […]

This trail takes visitors through several popular points of interest. It’s a great way to view the City golf course, The Crossings. The Flower Fields, LEGOLAND, Agua Hedionda Lagoon and […]

Agua Hedionda Lagoon sometimes referred to as Carlsbad Lagoon, is a saltwater wetland and watershed and offers year-round recreational and commercial use. The lagoon includes mud flats, salt, and freshwater […]

Located in north Carlsbad, this trail is one of the most extensive in the citywide trail system. It winds through a huge grove of mature eucalyptus trees planted many years […]

Located north and east of Carlsbad Village Drive, this .5 mile trail wanders through a Eucalyptus grove and also eastward to Hope Elementary School at Tamarack Avenue. The trail traverses […]