Recreation Department

The Carlsbad Recreation Department is committed to building strong community through a broad range of high quality recreation and park services including lifelong learning, safe places to gather, and access to trails, parks, and open space for all who live, work and recreate in Carlsbad.

"Creating community through people, parks & programs"

Join us at one of our many exciting community events - A time for good friends, family fun and lasting memories, all in the great outdoors.

Upcoming Events

• Special Events
• Special Events : Community Calendar

General Information

• Customer Service Survey
• Phone Numbers and Contact Information
• Volunteers
• Teaching Classes
• American Disabilities Act
• Awards & Recognition

Commissions and Grants

• Parks and Recreation Commission
• Senior Commission
• Opportunity Grants

Visit one of our community parks: Historic Parks * Natural Park Settings * Athletic Facilities * Lagoons * Trails *Open Space. Learn about our future parks. Rent one of our meeting rooms or outdoor venues for your next event.

City Parks

• City Park Amenities
• For information about the City's golf course, The Crossings at Carlsbad, please visit TheCrossingsatCarlsbad.
• Trails, Parks and Park Planning
• Park Rental Information
• Dog Park Rules & Regulations

Explore our fun, educational supervised programs, aquatics, sports activities, classes, camps, trips and events.

Catalogs and Brochures

• Carlsbad Community Services Guide & Camps Booklet
• Parks and Recreation Newsletter

CarlsbadConnect

• CarlsbadConnect On-line Registration
• Class Registration Form
  IMPORTANT. Please click on CarlsbadConnect for current On-Line registration information.
• Online Registration Information

Recreation Program Information

• Aquatics
• Enrichment class instructors bios & general program information
• Preschool & Toddler Programs
• Sports Leagues & Tournaments
• Teens
• Youth Day Camps
• Youth Sports

Discover the activities to cultivate the mind and body, including informative lectures and classes, social events, entertaining games and films, nutritious meals, volunteer opportunities and fun trips. Additional offerings include the home meal program, health screenings, legal services and health insurance counseling and advocacy programs.

Senior Services

• Senior Center General Information