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Review:
Carlsbad State Beach, also known as Tamarack Surf Beach, is situated along the famous Pacific Coast Highway from Oak Avenue to Cannon Road.
There are multiple access points along the beach including stairwells at Tamarack Avenue, Cherry Avenue, Maple Avenue, Sycamore Avenue, and Pine Avenue.
This beach is most notable for its legendary, consistent surf and expansive camping grounds with 220 camping sites.
Other popular activities include fishing, swimming, bodysurfing, hiking, and beachcombing.
This 44-acre park also provides several amenities including showers and bathrooms as well as water, electricity, Wi-Fi, and a camp store.
7201 Carlsbad Boulevard, Carlsbad, CA, Phone: 760-438-3143
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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