4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Bring a towel or chair and an umbrella. It's easy to lose track of time here.
Carlsbad State Beach Tours
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Reviews of Carlsbad State Beach
4.6
Top Destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Tip: wait times at the main gate to check in can be up to 20 minutes or more. Not the most efficient system for admission even when spaces have already been reserved in advance.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
There a ice cream place near the 7/11 that’s soooo good. Called sub Zero I believe. Try it if you’re out there.
3/5 - Okay
Rick
The weather was cold and overcast so I can't rate this beach fairly, so I'll stay neutral for this trip.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Definitely read the signs for a safe time in the water. Take a jacket, or something warm, if you stay until the sunsets as it gets cool once the sun goes down. Most importantly, enjoy!
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
What a lovely spot to watch the waves roll in.
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