The best running trails around Carlsbad

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Running around Carlsbad is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes around Carlsbad—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Tamarack Beach — Carlsbad	Intermediate 00:40 6.19km
Lake Calavera loop — Lake Calavera Preserve	Intermediate 00:40 5.45km
Tamarack Beach loop from Farr	Intermediate 01:15 11.8km
Tamarack Beach loop from Carlsbad Village	Intermediate 01:09 10.8km

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Tamarack Beach — Carlsbad
00:40
6.19km
6:29/km
30m
30m
Intermediate
70
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Lake Calavera loop — Lake Calavera Preserve
00:40
5.45km
7:22/km
90m
90m
Intermediate
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Tamarack Beach loop from Farr
01:15
11.8km
6:22/km
60m
60m
Intermediate
125
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Tamarack Beach loop from Carlsbad Village
01:09
10.8km
6:20/km
50m
50m
Intermediate
121
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.