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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Carlsbad

3 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Carlsbad, California

Updated September 10, 2019

Unusual Attractions in Carlsbad

Carlsbad, California

The Flower Fields

Stripes of flowers bloom each spring in a 50 acre rainbow of color.

Carlsbad, California

Copper Creek Falls and Mine

The overgrown ruins of a once thriving World War I-era copper mine.

Carlsbad, California

Craftsmanship Museum

This large collection of tiny things revels in the art of fine machinery well made.

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Encinitas, California

Surfing Madonna

What began as an illegal art installation has become a symbol for unity, ocean awareness, and coastline preservation.

8 miles from Carlsbad

Encinitas, California

1883 Schoolhouse

The oldest structure in a beachside California city was built to serve eight students.

8 miles from Carlsbad

Encinitas, California

Encinitas Boat Houses

These unusual houses look like giant boats that washed ashore on a residential street.

8 miles from Carlsbad

Escondido, California

Elfin Forest

This dark, quiet forest on the outskirts of San Diego is dense with rumor and lore.

12 miles from Carlsbad

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