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In the City...

There is something for everyone to do in Carlsbad, New Mexico!

  • Biking - Paved biking and walking trails run along the banks of the canal in the city. Biking is also available in Guadalupe Mountains National Park and Lincoln National Forest.
  • Boating & Water Activities - Lake Carlsbad, located in the heart of the city, offers boating, fishing, skiing, jet ski rentals, and paved boat ramps. Take a cruise up the river on the historic George Washington Paddlewheel Boat. Paddle boat rentals are also available.
  • Cultural Happenings - There is a wide variety of cultural opportunities in Carlsbad. Carlsbad Community Theater provides theatrical performances from musicals to dramas. Carlsbad Community Concert Association hosts a wide variety of fine musical performers throughout the year. Fine works of art from area artists are available through the Carlsbad Area Art Association. Don't miss these special events for a unique cultural experience:
    16th of September Fiesta
    Mescal Roast - Mescalero Apache Indian Celebration, Inquire at the Chamber of Commerce
    Western Days Celebration
    Carlsbad Area Art Association Calendar of Events
  • Discover Carlsbad Driving Tour - You'll see the major sights of the city along this driving route, including the Pecos Flume (listed in Ripley's Believe It Or Not as "The River That Crosses Itself"). Easy to follow trailblazer signs mark the tour, and informational signs are provided.

 

 

 

  • Dining - Carlsbad boasts a wide variety of eating establishments. There's something for everyone, including fine dining and regional specialties.
  • Family Entertainment - There are different attractions along the Pecos river for the whole family. A rocket slide, merry-go-round and other kiddy rides are scattered along the west side. At the boat docks are covered benches. And just a few steps away is Port Jefferson, a shaded concession stand open daily from May to August. South of the boat dock is the Municipal Beach Park, where picnic tables and lots of shade trees provide an excellent place for family outings. The park is a staging area for many annual activities and parades in Carlsbad, as well as a perfect vantage point to watch the spectacular July 4th fireworks display held annually during Western Week.
    • The park is also home port to paddle boats. Paddle boats that seat up to five people are available weekdays 2pm until 7pm and weekends 12 until dusk. The cost is $6.00 for 30 minutes. Bumper boats are available for $3.00 for 15 minutes. They seat one person and a small child. For more information call (505) 885-1600.
    • Motorized personal watercraft is also available to rent. Water skiing is also a popular pastime on the river. The park features boat ramps and a swimming area complete with a sandy beach. Lifeguards are on duty when swimming is permitted.
    • On the east side of the river is the Riverwalk Recreation Center, where indoor sports activities, video games, pool tables and concessions are offered. Further north is a campground. The Pecos River Village is the staging area for the very popular Christmas on the Pecos.
    • Visitors can also take a 40-minute tour back through time aboard the George Washington, once a coal-driven paddle-wheel boat with an ornamental smokestack. The 40-minute ride costs $3.00 for adults and $1.50 for children under 12. A tour talk with historical facts about the boat and the river area is given by the captain. The boat leaves the beach area dock every hour from 1pm to 7pm on Saturday and Sunday and once on weekdays leaving around 5 or 6pm. For more information call (505) 885-1600.
    • After a day visiting Carlsbad area attractions, check out the Fiesta Drive-In, one of few family drive-in theaters remaining in the country. The three-screen drive-in features the latest sound system technology which can be heard over select AM and FM (in Stereo on FM)stations. For more information call (505) 885-4126.

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