Carlsbad State Beach

*HEAT ALERT: With temperatures set to exceed 110 degrees throughout much of the state this week, California is urging everyone to take extra precautions as they celebrate the Fourth of July. Governor Newsom has directed the Office of Emergency Services to activate its State Operations Center. Read about how California is preparing for this heatwave. The National Weather Service has issued an excessive heat warning for parts of California from 11 a.m. on Tuesday, July 2, through Sunday, July 7, at 8 p.m. PDT. Please be sure to take extra precautions when heading outdoors and know before you go by checking the park’s webpage ahead of time. Visit our safety tips webpage and get the latest on the weather at weather.gov.

The Park is currently OPEN.

Reservations

Contact Number

(760) 720-7001

Park Accessibility Information

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Park Hours

6:00am- 11:00pm

Park Activities

Are Dogs Allowed?

No
Dogs are prohibited on Carlsbad State Beaches

Day-Use Activities & Facilities

Fishing
Scuba Diving/Snorkeling
Beach Area
Swimming
Windsurfing/Surfing
Geocaching

Trail Use

Bike Trails

Park Facilities

EV Information

E-Bike Locations
EV Charger Icon

EV Charger Locations

Overnight Facilities

RV Access

Other Facilities & Visitor Information

Parking
Restrooms / Showers
Restrooms
Outdoor Showers
Drinking Water Available
Wheelchair Accessible

Carlsbad State Beach is located on the San Diego Coast. It offers swimming, surfing, scuba diving, fishing and beachcombing. This small beach is located at the foot of coastal bluffs, south of the town on Carlsbad.