The Flower Fields – Carlsbad, California - Atlas Obscura
What's near me?

The Flower Fields

Carlsbad, California

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

View all photos
kellinahandbasket/Flickr (Creative Commons)
kellinahandbasket/Flickr (Creative Commons)
alohavictoria/Flickr (Creative Commons)
akaporn/Flickr (Creative Commons)
dereklim123/Flickr (Creative Commons)
donabelandewen/Flickr (Creative Commons)
donabelandewen/Flickr (Creative Commons)
avifotos/Flickr (Creative Commons)
aquarjames/Flickr (Creative Commons)
svanzoest/Flickr (Creative Commons)
circa 2014 Avoiding Regret (Sandi Hemmerlein)
circa 2014 Avoiding Regret (Sandi Hemmerlein)
563
1160
Top Places in Carlsbad
The Do Nothing Machine
Craftsmanship Museum
Carlsbad, California
Copper Creek Falls and Mine
Carlsbad, California
 See All

On a hillside overlooking the Pacific, the Flower Fields in Carlsbad, California, bloom into life each March with a vibrant show of color. 

Along with nearby Encinitas, Carlsbad has long been a major center for the commercial flower industry, with the Flower Fields just a small part. The ranunculus planted on the 50 acres of the Flower Fields are grown for their bulbs, but have become a seasonal destination in their own right.

Visitors are welcome to walk amongst the surreal spectacle of seemingly endless blooms, or jump aboard an antique tractor ride. Either way is like plunging into a rainbow. 

Atlas Obscura Trips

Escape: Art of Joshua Tree and the Mojave

Join us as we venture deep into the High Desert, glimpsing massive sculptures, fluorescent painted mountains, and revitalizing domes along the way.
Book Now
flora farms nature
Community Contributors
Allison
Added By
Allison
i
Avoiding Regret
ccesare
Edited by
intamin, Avoiding Regret, ccesare
Edit this listing
Suggest an Edit Add Photos
Nearby
Craftsmanship Museum
4.62 miles
Surfing Madonna
5.43 miles
1883 Schoolhouse
5.70 miles
Want to see fewer ads? Become a Member.
Near This Place
Carlsbad, California

Craftsmanship Museum

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

Surfing Madonna

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

1883 Schoolhouse

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

Encinitas Boat Houses

These unusual houses look like giant boats that washed ashore on a residential street.
Related Places
Marrakesh, Morocco

Cactus Thiemann

The largest cactus farm in Africa.
Oughterard, Ireland

Alpacas of Curraghduff Farms

Fluffy and friendly alpacas nestled against the border of the beautiful Connemara region.
Cabanas, Spain

Fragas do Eume

This enchanting natural park is a magical example of a temperate rainforest in Europe.
Icod de los Vinos, Spain

Drago Milenario

This local emblem is the oldest and largest dragon tree in the Canary Islands.
Appears in 1 List
List

12 Places That Look Like Desserts

Hidden gems that could jump off the map and onto your plate.
Nikki Vargas April 22, 2019