Abigail P.
6/7/2025
I love this beach! Easy walk to get here, and they have bathrooms. The water is warm here and I actually stayed in the water for a long time because the waves weren't insane like a lot of other...
Tamarack State Beach
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Carlsbad Blvd
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Tamarack State Beach, also known as Carlsbad State Beach, is a popular destination for surfers and beach enthusiasts alike. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities such as swimming, fishing, biking, and stand-up paddle boarding.
The beach offers convenient paid parking with multiple payment options, along with free street parking (though limited during peak seasons). Amenities include lifeguard towers, public restrooms, and strict regulations prohibiting dogs, glass, and alcohol on the beach.
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4.598 reviews
Vince A.
6/28/2025
During th summertime and peak days, this beach, and pretty much the whole coast along Carlsbad is a crowded mess. But, if you can find a parking spot right off the street, goddamit, take it right...
Samantha V.
10/22/2024
These are the beaches folks think of when visiting California but miss the boat when they go up to LA. Clean sand, nice waves (big and small) great for lounging and swimming. Excited to spend...
Alex L.
10/11/2024
Absolutely gorgeous beach. Since the very first time I came here, I fell in love with how clean it was and that you can see the sunset from here. It also seems like a beach that's popular with...
Rachel J.
6/23/2024
Always a great beach to spend the day. Lots of white sand and room to spread out. This beach is family friendly, it's clean, draws a good crowd and is staffed with life guards. Bathrooms and...
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