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South Carlsbad State Beach – Tamarack Beach loop from Carlsbad

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South Carlsbad State Beach – Tamarack Beach loop from Carlsbad

Moderate

4.9

(6051)

17,184

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South Carlsbad State Beach – Tamarack Beach loop from Carlsbad

03:09

12.2km

60m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 26, 2026

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Carlsbad State Beach

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Start point

Parking

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1.24 km

Agua Hedionda Lagoon and Carlsbad Beach

Highlight • Beach

Carlsbad, California, hosts the Agua Hedionda Lagoon, deriving its name from the Spanish term for "fetid water." Nourished by the Agua Hedionda Creek, the lagoon is overseen by the Encina …

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3.95 km

South Carlsbad State Beach

Highlight • Beach

Miles of soft sandy beach. No infrastructure development, so a mostly natural beach.

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7.47 km

Tamarack Beach

Highlight • Beach

Tamarack Beach is a scenic stretch of coastline that runs from the warm water jetties just south of Tamarack Avenue to Frazee Beach. It is a great spot for families …

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7.83 km

Carlsbad

Highlight • Settlement

Carlsbad is worth a visit with its beautiful houses and lively downtown. The beaches are clean and beautiful.

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10.8 km

Tamarack Beach

Highlight • Beach

Tamarack Beach spans the length from the warm water jetties to south of Tamarack Avenue al the way to Frazee Beach near Carlsbad Village Drive. Tamarack beach is great kids …

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12.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.86 km

4.46 km

1.82 km

912 m

156 m

Surfaces

5.90 km

5.09 km

1.06 km

156 m

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South Carlsbad State Beach – Tamarack Beach loop from Carlsbad

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South Carlsbad State Beach

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