North County Coastal Cardiff-by-the-Sea • Carlsbad • Del Mar Encinitas • Oceanside • Solana Beach
Photos courtesy of Tina Horn
Cardiff-by-the-Sea Cardiff State Beach Tide Pools One mile south of Cardiff on Pacific Coast Hwy. 760-633-2740 See different sea life every time you visit! Come during low tide for best viewing; look for fossil clams embedded in the sedimentary rocks. Located by the bluffs, near the south end of the parking lot. Find tips for tidepooling at www.SanDiegoFamily. com/things-to-do/out-about/1727. San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve & Nature Center 2710 Manchester Ave. 760-634-3026 www.sanelijo.org Focused on conservation education and habitat restoration, this nonprofit nature center offers a stroller-friendly trail, family fun days, and Discovery or Conservation tours. Explore the region’s flora and fauna; check trail map for closures due to current restoration project.
VG Donut & Bakery 106 Aberdeen Dr. 760-753-2400 www.vgbakery.com VG stands for “very good” at this full-service bakery known for delicious donuts baked fresh twice daily. Line up early to get your favorites and don’t miss the Donut of the Month!
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 your fishing pole, and don’t forget your binoculars for some excellent bird-viewing.
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Carlsbad Lagoon 4215 Harrison St. 760-434-3089 www.carlsbadlagoon.com Pack a family picnic and plan to spend an adventurous, aquaticsbased day at this beautiful lagoon. Rent your choice of waverunners, stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, canoes, pontoons, aqua cycles or paddle boats. Carlsbad Premium Outlets 5620 Paseo del Norte 760-804-9000 www.premiumoutlets.com/carlsbad Shop until you drop at this lively outlet center. Along with plenty of brand name deals, you’ll also find a wide range of eateries and fun activities for the kids—including a little train ride! PlayWerx 6060 Avenida Encinas 760-804-1600 www.playwerx.com Experience drop-in fun for all ages at this indoor, mega-play structure