The City of Carlsbad Parks Department is dedicated to maintaining safe and beautiful spaces for our community. Our team is responsible for all playground equipment, fishing piers, and boat docks throughout our park system.
Bataan Recreation Area: Spanning both sides of the Pecos River from the Upper Dam to the Lower Tansil Dam, this section of the Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area features shades and boat docks. It is a popular practice site for local ball teams during the season.
Carlsbad Spring Park – Carter Park: This park is located at the Flume on the Pecos River (Lake Carlsbad). It was established in 1974. It spans approximately 27 acres.
Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area: This massive 125.6-acre park winds along Riverside and Park Drives from the railroad bridge to the upper Tansil Dam. It features playgrounds, BBQ grills, picnic tables, restrooms, boat docks, a designated swimming area, and the Beach Band-shell.
Pecos River Village Recreation Area: Located off Muscatel Avenue on the river's east side, this hub houses the Pecos River Village Conference Center, the River-walk Recreation Center, and the Playground on the Pecos.
Playground on the Pecos: A 15,000-square-foot community-built marvel on the banks of the Pecos River. Designed with input from local children, it features towers and slides that mimic Carlsbad’s natural flumes and caves.
River-view Park: Situated on the north side of Lake Carlsbad between the railroad and the golf course, this 7.21-acre park offers three large covered picnic shelters and restroom facilities.
Alejandro Ruiz Memorial Park: Located adjacent to the Playground on the Pecos, this park honors Carlsbad native and WWII Veteran Alejandro Ruiz, a recipient of the Congressional Medal of Honor.
Carlsbad Labyrinth at Riverview Park: Opened in 2017 at Mission Avenue and Locust Lane, this 40-foot diameter labyrinth is a replica of the one in France's Chartres Cathedral and overlooks the Pecos River.
Carlsbad Veterans Memorial Park: Formerly known as James Street Park, this park is located at the foot of South James Street on the East side of the Pecos River. It was dedicated on November 11, 2011.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park: This park is part of the Bataan Recreation Area near Lake Carlsbad. It was established in 1996. It spans approximately 5.4 acres and is located at the corner of Canyon Street and Plaza Street.
Heritage Park: Located on Callaway Drive on the south side of the river, this historical park was established in 1992. It contains the Eddy House, which is the first homestead built in the County of Eddy.
Millennium Park: Located south of the Riverwalk Recreation Center, this site houses the "TruPac" time capsule. Sponsored by the Carlsbad Assistance League, it contains local artifacts to be opened in the year 2101.
Ray Anaya Plaza De San Jose: This 7.5-acre special event park was established in 1975. It is located at San Jose Blvd. and Plaza Streets. The area is situated in the flood plain.
Arcadia Park: This 4 acre neighborhood park was established in 1954. It is located in the 1300 block of Alvarado Street. It has a nice grass area, trees that provide shade, and is well lighted at night. It receives much use from sports teams and neighborhood families.
Cass Park: This 1.9 acre park was established in 1982. It is located at Kuykendahl and Russel Streets in the Sunnyview Addition.
Cruz Fernandez Park: This neighborhood park was established in 1959 and improved in 1974. It contains approximately three fenced acres. It is located in the 600 block of Pompa Street at Chavez Street.
Davis Park: This neighborhood park is approximately 9 acres. It was established in 1956 and improved in 1980. It is located in the 200 block of Kircher Street at Davis Street. This park is only half developed.
Desert Willow Park: This 0.6 acre neighborhood park is located at 1612 Desert Willow Drive. It is an odd-shaped green space used by neighborhood children.
Hall Addition Park: This neighborhood park is approximately 1.5 acres. It is located on North Street between Primrose Street and Wildrose Street.
Riverside Country Club Park: This 1 acre neighborhood park was established in 1948. It is located at the intersection of Bryan Circle and Park Street.
Senator Milton R. Smith Park: This park is approximately 2 acres. It was established in 1946 and renovated in 1970. It is located at North Mesa and West Church Street.
South Eighth Street Neighborhood Park: This .87 acre neighborhood park was established in 1974. It is located in the 500 block of South Eighth Street at Florida Street.
Troy Young Community Park: This neighborhood park is approximately 6 acres. It was established in 1958 and was improved in 1974. It is located in the 2100 block of San Jose Blvd., bordering the irrigation canal.
West Carlsbad Recreation Area (aka 5th Street Park): This park is approximately 4 acres. It was established in 1975. It is located in the 600 block of North 5th Street.
Bob Forrest Youth Sports Complex: A premier facility at 3001 W. Lea St. featuring six softball fields, four soccer fields, two junior/senior baseball fields, four Little League fields, and a football field.
C. H. McLenathen Park (aka National): This 3 acre park was established in 1952 and renovated in 1972. It is located at the corner of North Maple Street and West Mckay Street. It is the home of the National Little League.
Carlsbad Softball Complex/Will Merchant Park: A 21-acre facility at 902 Hidalgo with four lighted fields, a small playground, and ample off-street parking.
Chief Ira J. Stockwell Park: This 5 acre park was established in 1973. It is located along the irrigation canal on Northeast First Street. It is the home of the Teen Girls Softball League.
Lake Carlsbad Municipal Golf Course: Located at 905 Muscatel Avenue, this 146-acre recreation area features a full 18-hole course and a 9-hole Par 3 course along the river.
Lake Carlsbad Tennis Complex: Located near Tansill Dam, this 11.36-acre complex features the Rio Pecos Tennis Shop, 9 lighted outdoor tennis courts, and 3 racquetball courts.
Senior High School Baseball and Softball Park: A 13-acre lighted complex developed through a joint City/School agreement, located between North 8th Street and the high school football stadium.
Shooting Range / Action Sports Complex: A 645-acre complex north of Happy Valley. It includes multiple specialized ranges (trap, pistol, rifle, archery), a go-cart track, and runways for radio-controlled airplanes.
Sunset Park (aka Shorthorn Park): This 5 acre park was established in 1956 and renovated in 1978. It is located along the irrigation canal at Blodgett Street and Solana Street.
Bike/Jogging/Walking Trail: a 6.4-mile, 5-foot wide asphalt trail along the Carlsbad Irrigation District Canal. It spans the city and can be accessed from several major streets, including Boyd Drive and Lea Street.
Lamont Street Park: This park is approximately 4.9 acres. It was established in 1976. It is located along the west side of Lamont Street between Church Street and the Northgate Shopping Center on Pierce Street.
Ocotillo Hills Nature Trail: A 0.9-mile scenic trail between Skyline Drive and NMSU-Carlsbad that showcases native flora and wildlife, complete with a spectacular city overlook at the summit.