While you may have been to Carlsbad to visit the famous caverns that are nestled beneath the surface, we bet you didn’t know that there is an amazing waterfront park hiding in the heart of the city. If you’re looking for lakeside views, pedal boating, swimming, and so much more, we’ve found the perfect beach park for you. Whether it’s just you or the whole family too, there are endless activities at this lake and park including fishing, boating, picnicking, and more. For the perfect day in the Land of Enchantment when the skies are clear and temperatures are warm, head on over to this waterfront park in Carlsbad for the best relaxing getaway.
Welcome to Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area in the heart of Carlsbad!
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If you’re looking for a natural oasis, this is it. The amazing waterfront park is set along the Pecos River and offers all the amenities you need.
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This 125-acre beach park isn’t just beautiful, it’s also fun for the whole family. The walkways along the lake are the perfect place to take a stroll and relax.
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There’s a swimming area in the summertime for those who want to jump in, and the locals claim it’s one of the best “waterparks” around.
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Other activities include pedal boating, fishing, picnicking with public grills to grill out on, and more.
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If you have a boat, this is a great spot to take it out and get your watersports in as well.
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This beautiful waterfront park in Carlsbad isn’t just easy on the eyes, it’s also full of activities for anyone and everyone.
Prince Crespo/Google Local Address: 708 Park Drive, Carlsbad, NM, 88220
For more information on Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area, you can head on over to Visit Carlsbad’s website right here.
Have you ever spent the day at Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area? What is your favorite feature? We’d love to hear all about your nature experiences in the comments, and don’t forget to then go share photos from your New Mexico adventures with us in our New Mexico Nature Lovers Facebook group, or tag us on Instagram using #onlyinnewmexico for a chance to see your photos featured!
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Address: 708 Park Drive, Carlsbad, NM, 88220
For more information on Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area, you can head on over to Visit Carlsbad’s website right here.
For more awesome nature views in the Land of Enchantment, check out this river canyon park with some incredible sights of our state.
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