Carlsbad is also home to Carlsbad Ranch which includes LegoLand California, a family theme park featuring the popular Lego building blocks. Carlsbad has several upscale shopping areas as well as top-rated hotels and fine dining establishments. With over six miles of coastal beauty, Carlsbad boasts one of the most attractive climates in Southern California. Virtually smog free, Carlsbad's bright blue skies and low humidity make it a delightful place to live, work and play. Carlsbad hosts a number or world-class sporting events including the Carlsbad 5000 and the San Diego Marathon.
Coastal lagoons offer superb opportunities for sailing , water-skiing , jetskiing and fishing.
Visitors and residents enjoy tennis, hiking, camping and golfing as well as a variety of community and cultural events. Carlsbad is a city committed to continued financial stability, a high quality of life and top quality services for its citizens. It is the goal of the city and the police department to develop employee excellence at all levels of the organization.