Carlsbad Lagoon Recreation Area Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (7:48 PM)
- Water level
- 5.54 ft
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Water Conditions on Carlsbad Lagoon
Updated 1 hr agoSource: USGS station 11042000 — SAN LUIS REY R A OCEANSIDE CA · 5.4 mi from Carlsbad Lagoon
Launch Light & Moon — August 2
local timeWaning Gibbous (84% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Carlsbad Lagoon Recreation Area
| Location | Carlsbad city, California |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Carlsbad Lagoon |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.6/5 (330 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 33.148523, -117.332773 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | San Diego |
| Phone | (760) 434-3089 |
Carlsbad Lagoon Recreation Area is a public boat launch providing access to Carlsbad Lagoon in Carlsbad city, California at coordinates 33.14852, -117.33277. Rated 4.6/5 based on 330 Google reviews.
Carlsbad Lagoon Recreation Area is a public boat launch on Carlsbad Lagoon in Carlsbad city, San Diego County, California. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows live USGS water level and temperature, sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Carlsbad Lagoon Recreation Area
Is Carlsbad Lagoon Recreation Area free to use?
Yes, Carlsbad Lagoon Recreation Area is a public boat launch with free access in Carlsbad city, California.
How is Carlsbad Lagoon Recreation Area rated?
Carlsbad Lagoon Recreation Area has a 4.6 out of 5 rating based on 330 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Carlsbad Lagoon Recreation Area access?
Carlsbad Lagoon Recreation Area provides boat launch access to Carlsbad Lagoon in Carlsbad city, California.
How do I get to Carlsbad Lagoon Recreation Area?
Carlsbad Lagoon Recreation Area is located at coordinates 33.148523, -117.332773 in Carlsbad city, California. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
Boaters have 6 other launch options within 14.2 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.