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Carlsbad's Parks are integral to Carlsbad's quality of life. Carlsbad has 14 community parks and 28 special use areas with a range of amenities located throughout the city, so visitors are sure to find something for everyone. The department also manages operations of several recreational facilities, including three community centers with gymnasiums, Senior Center and pools, all designed to promote health and wellness among residents.
To support the city’s sustainability and conservation efforts, a majority of our parks include green features such as synthetic turf, recycled water, LED lighting, electric car charging stations and solar photovoltaic modules.
Host your special event at a city facility; whether a small family picnic, wedding or a sophisticated business function, the city has a site to rent that will fulfill a range of needs.
Dogs are not allowed in city parks, except designated dog parks. Visit one of our dog parks at Ann D. L'Heureux Dog Park, Alga Norte Dog Park or Poinsettia Dog Park for some exercise and social time, or take the leash and visit a citywide trail.
Community gardens are located in three areas of the city.
Carlsbad facilities
Poinsettia Dog Park
- Address:6600 Hidden Valley Rd.
Carlsbad, CA 92011 - Phone:442-339-2680
Amenities:- Benches
- Dog Agility Equipment
- Dog Drinking Fountain
- Dog Park
- Picnic Area
- Plastic Bag Dispensers
- Restrooms
- Dog Parks
- Address:6600 Hidden Valley Rd.
Hours and Location
- Open daily from 8 a.m. - sunset
- Located at 6600 Hidden Valley Rd. in Poinsettia Community Park.
Features
- The 27,700-square-foot off-leash dog park is the third dog park in the city.
- Poinsettia Dog Park is the first with a natural grass surface (the other two have wood chips), which was installed based on community input.
- It has a 20,000-square-feet fenced area for large dogs and a 7,700-square-feet fenced area for small dogs.
- Each section has agility equipment, drinking fountains, bag dispensers and picnic tables.
- Additional shaded picnic tables are located outside the dog park’s two sets of double-entry gates.
Maintenance Schedule
Poinsettia Dog Park undergoes regular maintenance for the comfort and safety of dogs and their owners. The dog park will be closed for scheduled maintenance as follows:
| Dog Park | Days of the Month | Time |
| Poinsettia Dog Park | Every Wednesday | 8 a.m. - noon |
Dogs and Parks
The City of Carlsbad welcomes dogs at Ann D. L'Heureux Dog Park, Alga Norte Dog Park and Poinsettia Dog Park. Leashed dogs are also allowed on citywide trails. Dogs are not allowed in any other city park or on beaches within the city.
Plastic bag dispensers and receptacles for cleanup are available for your convenience at dog parks and along trails. Please be a good neighbor and clean up after your dog.