Guidebook for Carlsbad
Food Scene
Quick service with a killer tuna melt. If you're there for breakfast we highly recommend a smothered Pronto burrito.
19 locals recommend
Pecos River Cafe
409 S Canal StQuick service with a killer tuna melt. If you're there for breakfast we highly recommend a smothered Pronto burrito.
Locally owned coffee shop serving New Mexican breakfast items.
32 locals recommend
Blue House Bakery & Cafe
609 N Canyon StLocally owned coffee shop serving New Mexican breakfast items.
Mi Casita
309 N Main StGreat place for local Mexican food! Family owned with quick service.
Shopping
Great source for boots, scrubs, work shirts, party shirts, and zia themed coffee tumblers. Hidden treasure in Carlsbad!
Rugged Trade
802 W Mermod StGreat source for boots, scrubs, work shirts, party shirts, and zia themed coffee tumblers. Hidden treasure in Carlsbad!
Parks & Nature
Extensive walking path with paddle boat rentals, stand-up paddleboarding, and a water park and splash pad.
Lake Carlsbad
Extensive walking path with paddle boat rentals, stand-up paddleboarding, and a water park and splash pad.
Carlsbad Caverns National Park
Truly beautiful.
Small water fall with accessible pools for wading; some hiking trails. Beautiful place for a picnic, bring plenty of water!
49 locals recommend
Sitting Bull Falls Recreation Area
742 Sitting Bull Falls RdSmall water fall with accessible pools for wading; some hiking trails. Beautiful place for a picnic, bring plenty of water!
Entertainment & Activities
Pirates of the Pecos
701 Muscatel AvePirate themed boat ride down the Pecos River.
Boat tour down the Pecos River to see beautiful Christmas decorations shining down on the water. Snuggle up with a blanket and some hot chocolate.
12 locals recommend
Christmas on the Pecos
711 Muscatel AveBoat tour down the Pecos River to see beautiful Christmas decorations shining down on the water. Snuggle up with a blanket and some hot chocolate.
Drinks & Nightlife
Local brewery with plenty of live music, trivia nights, and a killer outdoor area with fire pits, food trucks, and the occasional record store.
30 locals recommend
Milton's Brewing
213 W Mermod StLocal brewery with plenty of live music, trivia nights, and a killer outdoor area with fire pits, food trucks, and the occasional record store.