Written by: Brittany James aka Always 5 Star Jr.
Yay, it’s Spring!! The hills are green; butterflies are fluttering by, flowers are blooming…such a beautiful time of year! Now that the rain is gone, hopefully, and it is getting warmer, it is time to get outside and start enjoying this gorgeous time of year! One of my favorite things to do each Spring with the family is visiting The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch
The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch
For over 60 years, the The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch have been in bloom! From early March to May is the time of year when the flowers come to life and brighten the 50 acre hill side ranch.
Here are some important facts to know before your visit to the flower fields:
- Open daily March 1st to May 12th from 9am – 6pm
- Admission: Adults $18, Seniors 60+ $16, Children 3-10 $9
- No Pets allowed
- Parking is free
Location:
5704 Paseo Del Norte,
Carlsbad CA 92008
Phone Number: (760) 431-0352
5StarTips🌟 for your Carlsbad Flower Fields Visit
🌟 More to activities to explore
When you and the family are done walking the flower fields there are plenty of other family friendly activities for you to enjoy at the ranch!
- Tractor Ride – enjoy an open air wagon ride while learning about the history of the flower fields
- Artist Gardens – learn how to use and enjoy color in your home garden
- Carlsbad Mining Company – Children can mine for polished gems! This is one of my daughter’s favorite activities!
- Cymbidium Orchid Greenhouse
- Historic Pointsettia Display
- Demonstration Garden – Showcase developed by Master Gardeners of San Diego. Learn about garden design, planting styles and more!
- Santa’s Playground – Many pieces of this playground are from Santa’s Village in Lake Arrowhead! A great place for the kids to run around and get their energy out before driving home!
- Sweet Pea Maze
- Water Wise Farming
- Legacy of Color – A movie about the history of the Carlsbad Flower Fields
🌟 Family Photos
The flower fields are the perfect backdrop for you to take some updated photos of yourself, the kids or the family! Dress in your Spring best and snap away!
5StarTip🌟: If you are interested in using a professional photographer, please read the rules and regulations:www.theflowerfields.com/photography/
🌟 Calendar of Events
During the weeks which the flower fields are open, March 1st – May 12th, there are fun events for everyone to enjoy! A few examples are:
- Barre & Bloom
- Food Truck
- Holi Festival of Colors
- Sunset Wine Tasting & Music
- Live Music and many more!
When planning your visit, be sure to check their calendar to see if any of these fun events are happening while you are there: Calendar of Events
🌟 Carlsbad Premium Outlets
Located next to the Carlsbad Flower Fields is the Carlsbad Premium Outlets. Over 90 shops, relaxing courtyards, Tuscan-style architecture and beautiful fountains, this is a wonderful place to visit after your time at the flower fields for shopping and a meal! It’s fun to treat ourselves sometimes!!
🌟 Where to stay: make a weekend of it!
You have seen the stunning flower fields, shopped till you dropped but you are not wanting to go home…how about turn your day trip into a weekend getaway!
Only Ten minutes from the flower fields is the Park Hyatt Aviara Resort Golf Club & Spa hotel. This luxurious resort is set on 200 lush acres of natural beauty overlooking the Batiquitos Lagoon. You can relax by the pool, unwind in the spa or play a round of golf! An Always5Star place to spend your weekend in Carlsbad!
To learn more about the Park Hyatt and to book your stay click here!
Look how beautiful the grounds are at the Park Hyatt Aviara!! 
I love how comfy the beds are at the Hyatt! 
How would you like this view from your room??
Final Thoughts
Spring is a beautiful time of year that is meant to be spent outside…smelling the roses…at the Carlsbad Flower Fields! This is a wonderful place to enjoy nature and bond as a family! So stop reading this, pack up the kids and head to Carlsbad, California!
Please note: I was not compensated for this post or my opinions expressed.
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A bit about the author: Brittany James
Brittany James is married and has two beautiful children. She is also the Social Media Manager for Always5Star. Her passion for travel came from her mother, Always5Star (at least that is what I am going to take credit for 😉). She is beginning her journey to Always5Star travel and enjoys sharing her family, friends and couples travel tips as a mother of small children. She has more dimes than dollars, but enjoys researching ways to enjoy Always5Star travel on a budget.
About Pamela Rossi
I am passionate about travel and taking each moment and making it a five star experience. My goal is to create those experiences for YOU!
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