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Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

Brintney Lake State Park

2,800-acre lake, fishing, camping, picnicking.

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Let it unfold.

Not everything needs to be scheduled to be meaningful.

Eddy House

One of 1st permanent houses.

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Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

Carlsbad Museum and Art Center

Art, archaeology, local history.

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Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Cueva Escaprment Mountain Bike Trail

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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Discover Carlsbad Driving Tour

Begins at Canal / Green streets, follow trailblazer signs.

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Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

Lake Carlsbad Golf Course -Championship

Course Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 4 days

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Make time for quiet places.

Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.

Carlsbad River Walk

4 miles along Pecos River. Footbridges, picnicking, grills, playgrounds, swimming beach, boating, paddle / bumper…

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Leave room for the unexpected.

The best parts of a trip rarely show up on an itinerary.

Freedom Trail Memorial

Honors city's vietnam vets.

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Let it unfold.

Not everything needs to be scheduled to be meaningful.

Carlsbad Caverns National Park

World Heritage Site, one of largest caves in the world. Walking, caving, elevators, tours. Dusk…

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