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Trail of the Month: Carlsbad Aviara Trails

There's cool breezes off the lagoon in the summer months and side trails aplenty to lengthen your distance

By Claire Trageser

Trail of the Month: Carlsbad Aviara Trails

Trail of the Month: Carlsbad Aviara Trails

Illustration by Ashleigh Corrin

Difficulty Level
Moderate, Recreational runners in decent shape

Distance
5.2 miles round-trip

Good to Know
Not stroller friendly
Dog friendly
Free parking

Where

Start at the parking lot on Batiquitos Drive near Spoonbill Lane. Follow the Lagoon Trail as it hugs the northern edge of Batiquitos Lagoon past the nature center and back.

What to Instagram

Birds, including egrets, raptors, and herons, if you can spot them.

Why We Love It

This network of trails has cool breezes off the lagoon in the summer months and side trails aplenty to lengthen your hike.

Where to Refuel

Go for lemon ricotta pancakes, a breakfast biscuit sandwich, or the pork belly hash at Beach Plum Kitchen (6971 El Camino Real, Carlsbad).

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