Un Mar de Colores · Beach Guide
Surfing at Tamarack State Beach
Carlsbad, California — Beach Break with sand bottom
- Skill Level
- Beginner
- Wave Type
- Beach Break
- Bottom
- Sand
- Wave Size
- 1–4 ft typical
- Lifeguard
- Year-round
- Best Season
- Year-round
- Parking
- Paid lot + metered street
- Un Mar Uses
- Yes
How Un Mar de Colores Uses This Beach
Un Mar's primary Carlsbad teaching location. Full year-round lifeguard coverage, sand bottom, and mellow inside reform.
Local History & Character
Tamarack sits in the heart of Carlsbad Village, with direct access to the Carlsbad Library and downtown. Named after the native tamarack trees that once lined the coastline.
Know Before You Go — Hazards & Safety
- ⚠Summer crowds
Learn to Surf at Tamarack State Beach
Un Mar de Colores offers free youth programs at this beach. Serving all Carlsbad families, no cost, all equipment provided.