Batiquitos Lagoon

Cappie’s Scoop: This might be a short hike but it’s tough for any dog like me who loves the water. The whole time we’re hiking, I can see the lagoon and birds, lots of birds in the water but I can’t get there. There’s a fence! Mom says it’s a tidal wetland and it’s protected so we can’t jump in the water. As a compromise, after we finished hiking, mom took me to Del Mar Dog Beach which is about 20 minutes down the coast on our way home where I got to swim! Don’t hesitate to add YOUR scoop in the comments below!

Tips: None

Directions: Can use address for Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation, 7380 Gabbiano Lane, Carlsbad, CA 92011. Trail starts in multiple places but this route begins at the Nature Center at the end of Gabbiano Lane in Carlsbad. There are only a few dedicated parking spots for the trail so if you can’t find one, park on the street. From I-5 take exit 45 for Poinsettia Lane toward Aviara Parkway. Head east on Poinsettia Lane. Turn right onto Batiquitos Dr, then right onto Gabbiano Lane. Follow Gabbiano to the end of the cul-de-sac where the trail begins.