Check our website, www.theflowerfields.com for more information and to learn about our new classes and “after hours” ticketed events! Prices: $22.00 for Adults, $20.00 for Seniors 60+, $10.00 for Children ages 3 – 10, Children ages 2 and under are Free.
Is the Carlsbad Flower Field free?
No entrance fee, plenty of parking, and even some benches to sit on. Amanda Drive runs directly behind the Carlsbad Flower Fields and can be accessed from Palomar Airport Road or Cannon Road and Legoland Drive.
Is the Carlsbad Flower Field worth it?
The Carlsbad Flower Fields are truly a sight to behold – imagine rows and rows of colorful flowers, blooming as far as the eye can see, along with beautiful ocean views. Seriously, you won’t see anything like it.
Are the flower fields worth it?
The flower fields are a great way to spend a few hours if in the San Diego area. The sheer colors and beauty of the flowers should be enough to bring a smile to one’s face. There are great photo opportunities too as they have cut away certain sections so you can capture the essence of being in the flowers.
What do you do at the Flower Fields in Carlsbad?
Tour Ranunculus Flowers in an Antique Tractor Wagon
A wagon tour from a prior season. Every season, guests (especially kids) look forward to the Antique Tractor Wagon Tours, where you can ride through the fields in a towed wagon while listening to the history of this unique San Diego attraction.
What is the best time to go to the flower fields?
Visit the Carlsbad Flower Fields site to purchase. But if you are looking for the prime time to visit and see the most flowers in bloom, then mid-March to mid-April is the best. During this window, you are likely to see the most flowers blooming with more variety of colors too. The Flower Fields open March 1st!
What should I wear to the flower fields?
I recommend bringing a light jacket, comfy shoes for walking the trail to the flowers and water. Don’t forget to wear sunscreen as you’ll be out in the middle of the fields! My husband was sweating like crazy after our visit, but we both started the day with sweaters on.
Who owns the Carlsbad flower fields?
This resulted in full flowers in thirteen beautiful colors including picotee, (a mixture of variegated colors) that we have today. Edwin Frazee made several moves over the years but in 1965 he moved his ranunculus along with gladiolus growing operation to the current site, land owned by the Ecke Family of Encinitas.
Are there still flowers at Carlsbad Flower Fields?
The Flowers are no longer in Bloom, and The Flower Fields are now closed until next spring. The Ranunculus plants are nearing the end of their life cycle, and we are preparing to start harvesting the bulbs soon.
How long does it take to go through the Carlsbad flower fields?
Allow about an hour or two hours for your visit, depending on how long you want to stroll the fields and take pictures.
Can you picnic at Carlsbad Flower Fields?
Enjoy all the beauty The Flower Fields has to offer! 4 Person Picnic ($325.00 + $21.42 fee): For up to 4 people this ticket includes: Picnic set, charcuterie box, sparkling water, and picnic space for 2 hours time.
How do you take pictures in flower fields?
Here are 6 Flower Field Photo Shoot Ideas:
- Walk away from the camera and into the rows of flowers.
- Walk towards the camera – and if you’re with a friend, have one person start a step ahead.
- Crouch down close to the flowers.
- Hold hands.
- Whip your hair back and forth.
- Skip through the rows of flowers.
How do you photograph a flower field?
Choose a few flowers to place in the near foreground and use those as the focal point for your composition. You can use a narrow aperture to keep some of the background in focus, but keep in mind that your depth of field won’t be as broad as you get closer to those smaller foreground objects.
What is a field of flowers called?
A flower garden or floral garden is any garden or part of a garden where plants that flower are grown and displayed.
What are flower fields used for?
The land under the Flower Fields has been used for the a variety of different purposes, including amusement parks, shopping malls, and resorts.
Are the Carlsbad Flower Fields stroller friendly?
Bring Stroller
If you visit The Flower Fields in Carlsbad with a baby or a toddler, a stroller is one of the must-have things. The plantation is big, to the say least. If you plan to explore it beyond the popular areas near the main entrance, consider “giving a ride” for your children.
Where are the poppies in San Diego?
Another great option for viewing California poppies is Lake Elsinore, a town located about an hour northeast of San Diego. A few years ago, this was the epicenter of a super bloom — an exceptionally successful wildflower season. Most years, it’s just a lovely location for a hike through Walker Canyon.