Flower Fields Carlsbad California

Last updated December 20 2011 Flower Fields Carlsbad 2012.

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This annual burst of color at the Flower Fields in Carlsbad is a favorite sight for locals in San Diego North County, welcoming the arrival of spring here in Southern California. The flowers are arranged in spectacular displays, such as a large American flag or a quilt of spring colors. You can view them from the road for free, or pay to take a walking tour for a close view. Be sure to bring your camera to get some great photos. A gift shop is available to purchase fresh cut flowers, bulbs and potted plants.

The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch are nestled on a hillside between the Carlsbad Premium Outlets, a wonderful outdoor shopping mall, and Legoland California.

The best time to visit depends on the rain and bloom, but probably will be in late March through April 2012. They stagger planting some fields, so there is always a good show.

Also consider visiting during one of the Flower Field special events, but come early to beat the crowds!

Carlsbad Flower Fields Information

Address: 5704 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Phone Number: (760) 431-0352

Operating Hours: Daily from 9 - 6 during spring season (March 1 - May 13 2012).

Directions to Flower Fields Carlsbad: see below | Google Map

Parking: Free parking

Ticket Prices: $11.00 adults, Senior 60+ $10.00, children 3 - 10 $6.00, 2 and under free. Discounts of $1 for AAA members. Wagon rides $5.00. Season passes available $22.00 adults, Senior 60+ $20.00, children 3 - 10 $12.00

Discount Tickets and Coupons: The free North County Sun newspaper may have buy one get one free coupon for up to 6 admissions for 2012 season.

Food: Bring a picnic lunch, or visit one of the nearby restaurants for lunch (Karl Strauss Brewery, Canyons Restaurant at the Carlsbad Golf Course), Rubio's Fresh Mex Mexican Restaurant at the outlet mall next door. No alcohol allowed on premises.

Nearby Attractions: Carlsbad Premium Outlet Shopping Mall, Legoland California, Sea Life Aquarium , and Carlsbad beaches.

Handicap Access - Limited handicap parking. Pathway along the bottom accommodates wheelchairs and offers great views and access to some additional gardens.

Official website: The Flower Fields at Carlsbad.

Special Events at Carlsbad Flower Fields 2012 Season

Once Upon a Garden... - Saturday March 31 2012 with Fairies Gnomes & Princesses too.

Kid’s Day at the Flower Fields - Sunday April 1 2012. Kids Days offers fun activities and entertainment for kids and families.

Strawberry and Flower Fields Forever - Saturday April 7 2012. Strawberry eating contest and more fun.

Easter Sunrise Service - Sunday April 8 2012 at 6:30 AM. Dress warmly and enjoy the music and service. Free breakfast for the first 500 guests.

Bluegrass Day - Saturday April 14 2012. Free concert with paid admission.

Photography Workshop - Sunday April 15 2012. Free Canon macro photography workshops, in English and Spanish.

Red Hatter's Rendezvous - Saturday April 21 2012. Style show at 11 AM or 2 PM for the Red Hat Ladies. Strawberry shortcake, music, tractor driven wagon rides and more fun. Advanced reservations recommended.

Bonsai Show and Sale - Saturday May 12 - Sunday May 13 2012. Art and horticulture event.

Mother’s Day Celebration at the Flower Fields - May 8 2011 from 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Visit the spectacular 50 acres of Flower Fields overlooking the Carlsbad, California coastline on this special day – Mother’s Day. $11 for adults, $6.00 for children. Mothers Day at Flower Fields in Carlsbad.

Driving Directions to Carlsbad Flower Fields

Directions from San Diego to Carlsbad Flower Fields - North on Interstate 5 to Carlsbad, east on Palomar Airport Road. Go one block to Paseo Del Norte and turn left. Make an immediate right into the Flower Field parking lot.

Directions from Inland Empire and East San Diego County to Carlsbad Flower Field - Take Interstate 15 to Highway 78 West, go south on Interstate 5, then east on Palomar Airport Road. Turn left on Paseo Del Norte and an immediate right into the parking lot.

Directions from Los Angeles and Orange County to Flower Fields Carlsbad - Head south on Interstate 5 to Palomar Airport Road exit. Turn east on Palomar Airport Road, left on Paseo Del Norte, and make an immediate right into the parking lot.

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