Moonlight State Beach 400 B St. (west of I-5 on Encinitas Blvd.) 760-633-2740 Encinitas’ crown jewel, this gorgeous beach has it all: swim, surf, sand, children’s playground, snack bar, volleyball courts, fire pits, year-round lifeguards and more. Free parking lot.
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Cardiff-by-the-Sea San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve & Nature Center 2710 Manchester Ave. 760-634-3026 www.sanelijo.org Explore the awesome nature center and one-mile stroller-friendly, ADAaccessible trail. Don’t miss monthly family fun days, featuring themed events and Junior Ranger activities.
Carlsbad www.carlsbadca.gov Batiquitos Lagoon Ecological Reserve 7380 Gabbiano Ln. 760-931-0800 www.batiquitosfoundation.org Enjoy a stroller-friendly 2-mile nature walk through tidal wetlands and nature preserve. Leashed dogs allowed. Visit the nature center, bring a fishing pole, and don’t forget binoculars for excellent bird-viewing.
Carlsbad Lagoon 4215 Harrison St. 760-434-3089 www.carlsbadlagoon.com Spend an adventurous, aquaticsbased day, renting your choice of waverunners, stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, canoes, pontoons, aqua cycles or paddle boats. House of Air 6133 Innovation Way 760-201-1313 www.houseofair.com/carlsbad This new indoor trampoline park and recreational facility offers open jump, fitness classes, rock climbing, jousting, trampoline dodgeball, yoga, Parent’s Night Out, birthday parties and more. LEGOLAND California/SEA LIFE Aquarium One Legoland Dr. 760-918-5346; 877-376-5346 www.legoland.com/california www.visitsealife.com/california Don’t miss this family favorite, LEGO-themed park that includes kidfriendly rides, shows and attractions.
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Museum of Making Music 5790 Armada Dr. 760-438-5996 www.museumofmakingmusic.org Celebrate music while learning about the music industry. Galleries display instruments and offer hands-on opportunities to play a variety of instruments. Closed Mondays and holidays.
Del Mar www.delmar.ca.us Creme & Sugar 2646 Del Mar Heights Rd. 858-925-7868 www.cremeandsugardelmar.com Willie Wonka’s Chocolate Factory has nothing on this decadent dessert shop. Crazy confections include the Unicorn Milkshake, Mermaid Ice Creme Float, Diddlyumptious Ice Creme Sundae, Butterbeer Hot Chocolate and other delightful creations. So fun for special occasions!