Carlsbad Flower Fields are easy to spot as you travel along the San Diego freeway. The flowers have been blooming in the hills above the Pacific ocean for over fifty years. The flower fields will be open for public viewing from March 1 through May 12, 2019. 9 am – 6 pm daily.
At one time the fields were out in the middle of nowhere, today development has surrounded the colorful display. Visitors are able to walk the fields and get up close to this colorful display of blooming flowers.
The flower fields do charge admission but if you are on a tight budget or just stopping by on your way to Legoland it is possible to view this amazing display of flowers for free.
Visitors who do decide to pay the admission fee to get a close-up view of the flowers on foot or can take the tractor tour of the fields. First-time visitors will probably choose this option.
Highlights of the Carlsbad Flower Fields include Miniature Rose Garden, Sweet Pea Maze, the American Flag of Flowers,1,500 square foot Poinsettia Display and acres of beautiful flowers.
Carlsbad Flower Fields Free Viewing
If you would like to see the flower fields but don’t want to spend money on admission it is very easy to do. In fact, the view from Amada Drive is almost as impressive as walking through the fields.
No entrance fee, plenty of parking and even some benches to sit on. Amada Drive runs directly behind the Carlsbad Flower Fields and can be accessed from Palomar Airport Road or via Cannon Road and Legoland Drive.
There is a paved sidewalk with plenty of free parking that gives you a birds-eye view of the flower fields, Carlsbad and the Pacific Ocean. This is a great place to enjoy the flower fields for those on a tight budget or if you’re heading to Legoland and want a quick to peek at this wonderful Carlsbad attraction.
The flowers field are an impressive sight just driving by on the highway. If you get a chance to a walk through the flowers and enjoy the sights and smell of the flowers close up.
Expect lots of people on the weekend so plan on getting to the flower fields early. If you are going to Legoland, Carlsbad flower fields are a great way to start your day off.
For more flower viewing you can drive down the coast a few miles to San Diego Botanic Garden in Encinitas.
The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch is only a few minutes from Legoland and Sea Life Aquarium. Make your visit to the flower fields an all-day event by visiting Legoland.
Carlsbad Flower Fields Admission
The Carlsbad Flower Fields: 5704 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad, CA 92008. The flower fields season is March through mid-May. Hours: Open to the public seven days a week from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Prices: $18.00 for Adults, $16.00 for Seniors 60+, $9.00 for Children 3-10. AAA members receive a one dollar discount.
Peak viewing time is usually mid-March through Mid-April depending on weather conditions. Check the Flower Fields website to get the latest update on the bloom.
By charging an entrance fee and selling products the owner ensure that the Flower Fields bloom for many years to come. Also involved with keeping the fields for flowers only are The City of Carlsbad, The Carlsbad Agricultural Improvement Fund, and the California Coastal Conservancy.
Enjoy one of the few remaining working farms along the coast of Southern California and have a fun day trip. Bring along a light sweater or jacket if you visit early in the day and don’t forget the camera.
Ruthann Storr says
04/03/2019 at 7:47 pm4-3-19 Atria collwood van just drove around past premium outlet, car dealers, etc and didn’t stop. but we saw another Atria van parked on the street and no people in sight- so maybe they found the free viewing area. flowers along old 101 were nice tho
years ago I went with our history of san diego class from old town school house on a sunday morning to the fields and they were beautiful.
also you use to able to see the field from the freeway while on a greyhound bus between san diego – los angeles
DayTrippen says
04/03/2019 at 8:30 pmThanks for the comment.