Carlsbad Lagoon Recreation Area

About Carlsbad Lagoon Recreation Area

Carlsbad Lagoon Recreation Area offers watersport rentals and activities on the calm Agua Hedionda Lagoon. Visitors rent tandem kayaks, paddleboards, Waverunners, pontoon boats, and mini powerboats directly from California Watersports. The lagoon accommodates all experience levels, whether guests seek an active workout or a relaxed time on the water. Non-motorized equipment allows dogs to ride along on paddleboards and kayaks. The recreation area provides private beach spaces for groups and offers private party packages customized to fit different budgets and guest counts. Visitors can launch their own kayaks or paddleboards with a city permit sold on-site, or use the public beach access on Bayshore Drive. The lagoon has historical significance as the testing ground for the first wakeboard in 1985 and Kawasaki's first stand-up personal watercraft in 1972. Carlsbad Lagoon Recreation Area is located in Carlsbad, California, and provides covered and uncovered boat storage options for extended visits.