An easy and scenic trail along the picturesque Batiquitos Lagoon
7380 Gabbiano Lane Carlsbad, CA 92011 | batiquitosfoundation.org
- Trail open daily
- Nature Center open Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 12:30 pm and Saturday and Sunday 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
- Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash
- No bicycles
- Wheelchair and stroller friendly access available on Gabbiano Lane
- Approximately 1.3 miles from one end to the other
- Lagoon Trail Guide
The Batiquitos Lagoon is a 610 acre Ecological Preserve that borders south Carlsbad and Encinitas. It is situated along the north side La Costa Avenue and just south of the Park Hyatt Aviara Golf Course.
The trail is fairly flat which makes it ideal for an easy stroll or a run under the dense shade of a Date Palm or a long reaching Eucalyptus branch.
There are many places to stop and and sit along the way.
According to the Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation website, about 185 species of birds have been seen during different times of the year.
For a more interactive walk, use your smart phone to get an immediate link for more information about a point of interest. Open the camera app on your smart phone and point it to one of several QR codes you may find along the way. These links will take you to the Lagoon Trail Guide on the website.
This tidal wetland is a Marine Protected area and is run by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.
