• Walk, bike, jog or picnic in designated areas.
• Guided Tours – Free
  • Saturday and Sunday at 10 a.m. & 1 p.m.
  • Meet at the welcome kiosk in the parking lot.
  • Tours last approximately 60-90 minutes.
  • For groups over 10, please schedule a private tour.
• Guided Botanical Tours – Free
  • Second Friday of the month at 9:30 a.m.
  • Meet at the welcome kiosk in the parking lot.
  • Tours last approximately 90 minutes.
  • For groups over 10, please schedule a private tour.
• Self-Guided Tours
  • The visitor center and select historic building interiors and exhibits are open intermittently for self-guided touring.
• See camps, classes, program and events at the Ranch.

A pre-approved permit is required for:

• Commercial photography
• Professional photography, including family and portraiture
• Group photography, including formal dance, prom, etc.

Photographers must check in at the Visitor Center for a badge before each photo shoot.

Photography requirements and resources: 

• Photography regulations, requirements and resources
• Photography Use Application
• Insurance Requirements
• Business Licensing

Allow two weeks to process permits once all required documents are received.

Join the Friends of Carrillo Ranch
The Friends of Leo Carrillo Ranch are a 501(c)(3) non-profit group whose members continue to further the restoration and preservation efforts and education programming at the Ranch.

Become a Docent
The Ranch could not function like it does without the help of our wonderful volunteers. If you would like to volunteer, please email CarrilloRanch@carlsbadca.gov or call 442-339-5498 for more information.

Come to the Fiesta at the Rancho
Join us for our big fundraiser for the California History & Art Program. Held in the park, this is a beautiful evening full of food and drink, entertainment, and philanthropy. We look forward to hosting this event again in May!