Easy hikes and walks around Carlsbad

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Exploring Carlsbad on foot is a delightful way to connect with nature. To help you make the most of your adventures, we’ve compiled the top easy hikes and walks around Carlsbad. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.

Batiquitos Lagoon Nature Trail — Batiquitos Lagoon	Easy 01:35 6.16km
Downtown Carlsbad to Tamarack Beach — Carlsbad	Easy 00:54 3.56km
Batiquitos Lagoon — Encinitas, CA	Easy 01:35 6.13km
Switchbacks & Horned Lizard Trail loop — Carlsbad	Easy 01:49 6.08km

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Batiquitos Lagoon Nature Trail — Batiquitos Lagoon
01:35
6.16km
3.9km/h
30m
30m
Easy
5.0
(2)
59
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Downtown Carlsbad to Tamarack Beach — Carlsbad
00:54
3.56km
3.9km/h
10m
10m
Easy
61
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Batiquitos Lagoon — Encinitas, CA
01:35
6.13km
3.9km/h
30m
30m
Easy
5.0
(2)
57
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
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Switchbacks & Horned Lizard Trail loop — Carlsbad
01:49
6.08km
3.3km/h
190m
190m
Easy
15
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.